Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Right at Home provides compassionate and meaningful in-home care and assistance, helping seniors stay at home and age in place by supporting their daily activities in Middlesex, Mercer, and Northern Monmouth Counties.

About the role

As a Certified Home Health Aide or Companion Caregiver, you will deliver detail-oriented care while adhering to protocols and instructions from doctors and nurses. You must be trustworthy, dependable, and able to follow care plans precisely, including addressing minor medical issues and reporting changes in a patient’s health.

Responsibilities

• Record and report patient data as medically necessary
• Assist with daily functions such as dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene
• Plan and organize transportation for doctor’s appointments and other meetings
• Perform light housekeeping: dusting, mopping, laundry, etc.
• Prepare and cook meals
• Grocery shopping
• Report patient health status to nurses
• Teach patients self-care skills
• Work in facility, hourly, or live-in settings

Requirements

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

Pay

$18–20 per hour, depending on experience and case.

Schedule

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

Benefits

• MEC Insurance
• 401 K retirement plan
• Working Advantage Discounts
• Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Program
• Employee of the month recognition and incentives
• Bonuses for employee referrals
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Paid orientation
• Named Employer of Choice by Home Care Pulse
• Competitive compensation

Why join Right at Home?

Right at Home values its employees and fosters a supportive work environment. Here’s what our team members say:

• “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 staff 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