Certified Home Health Aide

About the Role

Right at Home is seeking a Skilled Certified Home Health Aide or Companion Caregiver to provide compassionate and meaningful care in Middlesex, Mercer, and Northern Monmouth Counties. Help seniors stay at home and age in place by supporting their daily activities. Certified Home Health Aides must be detail-oriented, follow care protocols, and adhere to instructions from doctors and nurses. They should be trustworthy, dependable, and able to make patients and their families feel comfortable.

Requirements

• High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred
• NJ Licensed as Certified Home Health Aide (required)
• 2-step PPD
• Physical within the last 12 months
• MMR
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job
• Reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily functions such as dressing or bathing
• Plan and organize doctor’s appointments and transportation
• Perform light housekeeping (dusting, mopping, laundry, etc.)
• Prep and cook meals
• Grocery shopping
• Report to nurses about patients' health status
• Teach patients self-care skills
• Record and report medically necessary data
• Available for facility work, hourly, and live-in shifts

Pay

Salary: $18–20 per hour (depending on experience and case)

Schedule

• Full-time, part-time, and per-diem shifts available
• Weekend and overnight shifts available
• Flexible scheduling—choose your hours
• Weekly pay

Benefits

• MEC Insurance
• 401K
• Working Advantage Discounts
• Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Program
• Bonuses for employee referrals
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Paid orientation
• Employee of the month recognition and incentives
• Named Employer of Choice by Home Care Pulse
• Competitive compensation
• Daily opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others

Why Join Right at Home?

Right at Home believes in improving the lives of those they serve and values employee happiness. Here’s what employees say about working here:

• “From the moment I walked through the doors, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism. The orientation was well-structured, covering crucial topics such as patient safety and effective communication. HR and the Staffing Coordinator created an environment where questions were welcomed and learning was encouraged.” – Chi Chi
• “It’s wonderful to work for a company that treats their employees with the same care and respect they want us to provide to clients.” – Linda
• “I know I’m never alone! If I have a question or an issue, there is always someone available to help me. This means the world to me!” – Dave
• “I absolutely love my job. Taking care of someone who can't help themselves makes me feel amazing.” – Nikki
• “Being a companion is amazing, but becoming a CHHA is even better—being able to provide hands-on care for someone's loved one and seeing the smiles on their faces brings me so much joy and happiness.” – Brielle