What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Home Health Aid (CHHA) position at Preferred Care at Home of Central New Jersey?
Certified Home Health Aid (CHHA)
Come join our team of compassionate caregivers! If you love helping others... we want YOU!
Since 1984, Preferred Care at Home has had the privilege of partnering with thousands of families, giving that extra care needed to maintain independence and dignity in the comfort and security of home. Make a BIG difference while maintaining a work schedule that works for you. We provide full-time, part-time and live in schedules.
Compensation and Benefits :
Competitive Pay
Flexible Working Hours
Responsibilities :
Assist clients with daily activities, including but not limited to : bathing, dressing, serving meals, helping clients eat, turning clients and ambulating clients
Take vital signs
Examine clients for bruises, blood in urine or other injuries / wounds
Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors and family members
Provide and empty bedpans
Lift clients into beds, wheelchairs, exam tables, etc.
Clean and sanitize client areas, including changing bed sheets
Stay up-to-date on training, policies and procedures
Educational Requirements :
High school diploma or GED
Completion of a state-approved CNA or CHHA certification training course with valid certificate
Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification
Ability to think and work independently and with direction
Comfortable working in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment
Valid identification
Basic computer skills
Excellent personal hygiene
Preferred Care at Home is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.