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 capable of following medical guidelines to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate (preferred)
• NJ Licensed as a 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

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
• Weekly pay
• Paid orientation
• Named Employer of Choice by Home Care Pulse
• Competitive compensation

Why work with us?

Right at Home values its employees and fosters a supportive work environment. Our team members share their experiences:

• “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 staffing coordinators 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