Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Certified Home Health Aide

Right at Home serving Middlesex, N. Monmouth and Mercer counties is seeking a high quality and dedicated caregiver that really enjoys improving the lives of those we serve. Start making a difference with those that need it most.

Requirements : Must have a valid New Jersey Home Health Aide License!

Certified Home Health Aides must be detail-oriented and be able to carefully follow protocols and rules regarding the patient's care. Aides must adhere to instructions from doctors and nurses, such as knowing how to care for a minor medical issue or letting them know about changes in the patient's health. They should be trustworthy and dependable so the patient and their family feel comfortable relying on them.

Skills and Qualifications :

• High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.
• At least 1 year experience as a Caregiver / Certified Home Health Aide in healthcare (in homes or facilities).
• NJ Licensed as Certified Home Health Aide a must.
• Must be fully COVID vaccinated & booster.
• 2-step PPD.
• Physical within the last 12 months.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job.
• Possess a valid driver's license and insured automobile.

Responsibilities : Certified Home Health Aides help patients in a variety of ways which may include taking their vital signs or giving them medication under a nurse's direction. Certified Home Health Aides must record and report this data as medically necessary. Certified Home Health Aides can also help patients with their daily functions, such as dressing or taking a bath. They can assist with planning for doctor's appointments, other meetings and may organize transportation for them. As a Certified Home Health Aide you will be able to do facility work, hourly as well as live in.

Other duties : Light housekeeping- dusting, mopping, laundry, etc. Prepping and cooking meals. Grocery shopping. Reporting to nurses about patients health status. Teaching patients self-care skills.

Compensation and Benefits :

Why be a Certified Home Health Aide with Right at Home? We truly believe that where you work matters, and as a company that believes in improving the lives of those we serve, we think we know a thing or two about what makes our employees happy.

"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear all of which have the potential to turn a life around." Leo Buscaglia

Here is what our employees say about us :

"From the moment I walked through the doors, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism, setting the tone for what would be an informative experience. In just a short span of time, I gained valuable insights into the essentials of caregiving. The orientation was well structured, covering crucial topics such as patient safety, effective communication. HR and Staffing Coordinator were creating an environment where questions were welcomed and learning was encouraged. I would highly recommend Right at Home to anyone seeking a career or wishing to enhance their skills in providing compassionate care"- Chi Chi

"It's wonderful to work for a company that treats their employees with the same care and respect they want us to provide to clients." - Linda

"I know I'm never alone! If I have a question or an issue, there is always someone available to help me. This means the world to me!" - Dave

"I absolutely love my job. Taking care of someone who can't help themselves makes me feel amazing"- Nikki

"Being a companion is amazing but becoming a CHHA is going to be even better- being able to provide hands on care for someone's loved one and seeing the smiles on their faces brings me so much joy and happiness- the best feeling in the world"- Brielle

If you need assistance with this application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time by contacting us. These responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees.

Each Right at Home office and business is independently owned and operated under a franchise agreement with Right at Home, LLC. Right at Home, LLC is not the employer or joint employer of the employees of any of its franchised offices.