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Home Health Aide in Plainfield NJ

HCAOA (Home Care Association of America)

Plainfield, NJFull-time$18–21/hrPosted 1y agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18–21/hr
Location
Plainfield, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current CHHA License From New Jersey Board Of NursingValid Driver's License

Job overview

HCAOA (Home Care Association of America) is hiring a Home Health Aide in Plainfield NJ. Right at Home is seeking a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) to join their care team, providing clinical expertise in-home. This role offers the opportunity to make a difference by helping and caring for people in the comfort of their homes. The position includes flexible scheduling, a 401(k) with employer match, paid sick time, and health benefits.

Key focus areas include Perform personal hygiene activities (assisting with bathroom or in using a bedpan, bathing, care of mouth, shaving, skin, and hair), Assist with ambulation/transfers, and Assist with eating.

Successful candidates bring CHHA License, Valid Driver’s License, and Insured Automobile. Important skills include Personal Care Activities, Personal Hygiene, Ambulation/Transfers, Eating Assistance, Dressing/Shaving Assistance, and Meal Preparation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Personal Care ActivitiesPersonal HygieneAmbulation/TransfersEating AssistanceDressing/Shaving AssistanceMeal PreparationErrand AccompanimentMedical Appointment AccompanimentHousekeeping ActivitiesMedication RemindersRange of Motion Exercises AssistanceSpecial Diets PreparationDementia Care UnderstandingIncontinence CareRead EnglishWrite EnglishSpeak EnglishUnderstand English

Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseInsured AutomobileCurrent CHHA License From New Jersey Board of NursingMust Be 18 Years of AgeHigh School Graduate or G.E.D. Certificate2 Years Caregiver/Home Health Aide Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance

Full job description

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Employee discounts

  • Flexible schedule

  • Health insurance

  • Training & development

  • Wellness resources

Are you a caring and dedicated professional? Right at Home is seeking to hire a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) to join a dynamic care team providing clinical expertise in-home. You can make a difference in your career by helping and caring for people in the comfort of their homes.

The Home Health Aid position comes with the following benefits: ♥ Here's Why You Will LOVE Working for Us ♥

  • Flexible scheduling

  • Bonuses for referrals

  • PPE and safety training are provided

  • 401 (k) retirement plan with an employer match!

  • Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Program

  • Direct Deposit

  • Paid Sick Time

  • Health Benefits for you and your family

  • Employee discount program

  • Free financial fitness program

  • We always treat you with respect

  • Family-owned agency since 2002

  • Ongoing Training

  • Annual party to mingle with your co-workers (pending due to COVID-19) The Home Health Aide responsibilities and duties: Performs personal care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living, which include (but are not limited to):

  • Personal hygiene (assisting with bathroom or in using a bedpan, bathing, care of mouth, shaving, skin, and hair)

  • Ambulation/Transfers

  • Eating

  • Dressing/Shaving

  • Prepares meals and snacks according to instructions

  • Accompany the patient on errands or medical appointments.

  • Performs housekeeping activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry, and cleaning bathrooms The Home Health Aide performs patient-specific activities that are taught by a Right at Home nurse. These could include (but are not limited to):

  • Medication reminders

  • Assisting with the prescribed range of motion exercises

  • Measuring and preparing special diets

  • Understanding dementia care

  • Incontinence care Qualifications and Skills for Home Health Aide:

  • High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.

  • Two years of experience as a Caregiver/Home Health Aide in healthcare (in homes or facilities) is preferred

  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job.

  • Possess a valid driver’s license and an insured automobile

  • A current CHHA license from the New Jersey Board of Nursing

  • Must be at least 18 years of age

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