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Lions Gate
CHHA - 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
Job Description Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
- Assisted Living Schedules Available Full Time
- $600 Sign On Bonus Available! Part Time
- 32 hours per week
- $500 Sign on Bonus Available! Per Diem
- Every Other Weekened Rotations Make a meaningful impact every day.
Assist residents with mobility:
ambulation, transfers, toileting, and safe movement throughout their day. Support residents with elimination needs in a respectful, professional manner. Maintain a clean, organized living environment—make beds, tidy rooms, and encourage resident participation in self-care. Take and record vital signs accurately and promptly. Assist with body positioning, alignment, and range-of-motion exercises. Provide mealtime support, including light meal prep, opening containers, cutting food, and offering post-meal personal care. Practice proper infection control and aseptic techniques at all times. Observe, document, and immediately report changes in residents' physical or emotional status. Recognize emergencies and follow established protocols. Prepare residents for medical appointments, therapies, activities, and internal facility visits. Offer companionship and supportive services such as reading to residents, writing letters, operating TV/radio, assisting with activities, and providing light housekeeping. Engage in activities and programs for cognitively impaired residents as directed. Perform other duties as assigned to support exceptional resident care. What We're Looking For High School diploma or GED Active New Jersey CHHA certification in good standing (NJ Department of Consumer Affairs) Experience working with seniors in an Assisted Living or similar setting preferred Compassion, reliability, and a passion for helping others Company Description Lions Gate is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community rooted in Jewish traditions and values. A home to seniors who share a passion for the things that matter- lifestyle, care, community, and tradition
- to those who share a passion for life and all its possibilities.
Uniform Allowance Pension Paid Holidays NJ Earned Sick Leave Pay:
$18.00- $21.