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CT Health Care Services
Certified Home Health Aide
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$36,882 / year median in New Jersey
+25% projected growth
Job Description
Certified Home Health Aide CT Health Care Services Pompton Plains, NJ Job Details Full-time $18 - $25 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid time off Paid orientation Flexible schedule Referral program Paid sick time Qualifications Customer communication Certified Home Health Aide English Full Job Description Join our compassionate healthcare team as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients requiring personalized care in their homes. Operating under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), this vital role focuses on providing essential support with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to individuals with diverse needs, promoting independence, comfort, and dignity. As a CHHA, you will rely on strong communication skills to build meaningful connections with clients and families while maintaining close collaboration with the supervising RN and care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities ADL Assistance:
Assist clients with core Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, toileting, and mobility/transfer support utilizing proper transfer techniques and equipment (e.g., Hoyer lifts).Proactive Communication & Observation:
Maintain continuous, clear, and compassionate communication with clients and family members. Observe and promptly report any physical, emotional, or behavioral changes in client condition to the supervising RN.Cognitive & Memory Support:
Provide empathetic, specialized care for clients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or cognitive impairments using supportive communication and memory care techniques.Household Support:
Perform light housekeeping tasks tailored to client needs, including light cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment.Accurate Documentation:
Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) systems to accurately and timely document care activities, adherence to the plan of care, and daily notes.Mobility & Independence:
Safely assist clients with ambulation and community/home support to encourage maximum independence and quality of life.Qualifications & Skills Required Certification:
Current, active New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) certification in good standing.Communication Expertise:
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a empathetic, patient-centered approach; strong active listening skills and strict adherence to HIPAA and client confidentiality standards.ADL & Transfer Proficiency:
Demonstrated experience assisting with personal care, hygiene, and safe client transfer methods.Team Collaboration:
Proven ability to work independently in home environments while following an RN-directed plan of care and maintaining effective ongoing communication with the clinical supervision team.Specialized Care Knowledge:
Familiarity with dementia care techniques, senior care best practices, and memory support strategies.Technical Familiarity:
Comfort usingEMR/EHR/EVV
mobile apps and digital documentation tools for home care reporting. Join us in delivering exceptional, dignity-focused home care services across New Jersey!Benefits:
Flexible schedule Paid orientation Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Referral programLanguage:
English (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Flexible Work Schedules