Certified At Home Caregiver
Visiting Angels Northwest Arkansas · Hillsborough, NJ · 3 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Visiting Angels of Hillsborough is hiring caregivers to serve clients throughout the local area including Belle Mead, Edison, Piscataway, Somerset, and many more. Join the nation's #1 network for at-home care and make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career.
About the role
As a Visiting Angels Certified At Home Caregiver, you'll enrich the quality of life of clients and support their wellness according to custom care plans. You will work under a Registered Nurse with no supervision responsibilities and have HIPAA-restricted access to client information. This is an hourly, per-diem, non-exempt Direct Care position with no guaranteed minimum hours per week. Advanced training opportunities in dementia and Alzheimer’s care are available.
Responsibilities
- Help clients with personal care and hygiene
- Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks
- Plan and prepare meals with clients
- Handle light housekeeping duties
- Report health changes or unusual incidents
- Provide pleasant, supportive companionship
- Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies
- Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips
- Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately
- Assist with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments or errands
Requirements
- Valid certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA), licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Preferred: Valid Driver’s License, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent time-management skills and ability to juggle multiple duties
- Reliable transportation to travel to and from client homes
- Physical endurance for tasks such as carrying groceries and supporting clients
- Comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to dietary constraints
- Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (e.g., background check)
- Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients’ days
- Ability to perform patient observation accurately and respond promptly to changing health conditions
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Referral Bonuses
- Direct Deposit
- Weekly Pay
- Daily Pay
Schedule
- Full Time
- Part Time
- PRN
- Short Shift