Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Job Description

Job Description

Right at Home serving Middlesex, N. Monmouth and Mercer counties is seeking high quality and dedicated caregivers that really enjoy improving the lives of those we serve. If this sounds like you, come check us out and see how you can #BeEssential. Start making a difference with those that need it most.

Requirements of the Certified Home Health Aide-

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.

Certified Home Health Aides should have the following 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
• Phycial 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 of the Certified Home Health Aide-

Certified Home Health Aides help patients in a variety of ways which may include taking their vital sign or giving them medication under a nurses direction. They must record and report this data as medically necessary. Certified Home Health Aides also can help patients with their daily functions, such as dressing or taking a bath. They can assist with planning for doctor's appontments, other meetings and may organize transportation for them.

Other duties of a Certified Home Health Aide may include-

• Housekeeping, such as vacuuming, or doing laundry
• Prepping and cooking meals
• Grocery shopping
• Reporting to nurses about patients health status
• Teaching patients self-care skills

Compensation and Benefits for the Certified Home Health Aide-

• Full-Time, Part-Time, Per-Diem Salary: $17-22 per hour (depending on experience and case)
• Extra pay on weekends
• Full-time, part-time, per-diem shifts
• Full PPE provided
• Flexible scheduling
• Pay increases available through our Personal Advancement Program
• Bonuses for employee referrals
• Aflac Insurance opportunities
• MEC Insurance
• Medical & Life Insurance plans
• 401 K
• Working Advantage Discounts
• Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Program
• Named Employer of Choice by Home Care Pulse
• Competitive Compensation
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Daily opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others
• Employee of the month recogniation and incentives

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.

Here is what our employees say about us:

“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

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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.

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