Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) - Medical Group Home

Bring Your Home Health Experience to a Consistent Residential Setting The Arc of Ocean County, a nonprofit organization supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) to join our Residential Services team in Brick, New Jersey. In this full-time position, you'll provide hands-on support to individuals living in a medical group home, working alongside residential leadership and nursing professionals to help meet both everyday and health-related needs. This is an opportunity to use your CHHA training in a setting where you'll do more than provide personal care. You'll help individuals access necessary medical services, follow treatment plans, develop daily living skills, participate in their homes and communities, and live as independently as possible. Position Details Location: Brick, New Jersey Employment Type: Full-Time Available Shifts: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM OR 3:00 PM-11:00 PM Base Pay: $22.25 per hour Department: Residential Services Classification: Hourly | Non-Exempt Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly Make an Impact Through Care & Support Assist With Health & Medical Needs Help ensure individuals receive necessary health and medical services, including dental, psychological, and pharmaceutical servicesAdminister medications as required and follow established medication proceduresAssist with monitoring and providing clinical care under the direction of the LPN Medical Manager, Agency RN, and/or Residence ManagerFollow individualized treatment plans, including medication regimens, dietary orders, behavioral plans, and the use of adaptive equipment when applicableObserve changes in individual health or well-being and communicate concerns to appropriate residential and nursing team members Provide Hands-On Daily Care Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, grooming, cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping, and other everyday needsProvide direct support and supervision while encouraging individuals to complete tasks as independently as possibleHelp individuals develop practical daily living, personal, and social skillsProvide support in a manner that respects individual dignity, privacy, rights, and personal choice Encourage Greater Independence Become familiar with each individual's Individual Habilitation Plan and provide support consistent with identified needs, goals, and objectivesTeach and reinforce skills that can help individuals become more independent in their homes and communitiesEncourage participation in recreational and social activitiesSupport personal and social development within the least restrictive environment possible Help Maintain a Safe & Comfortable Home Contribute to a clean, safe, secure, accessible, and welcoming medical group home environmentComplete assigned household responsibilities and help maintain the condition of the residenceIdentify and report maintenance or repair needs promptlyFollow agency procedures involving health, safety, confidentiality, individual care, and residential services Communicate & Document With Accuracy Complete required daily, medical, training, communication, and program documentation accurately and within established timelinesDocument progress toward individual goals and objectivesReport incidents promptly, accurately, and comprehensivelyCommunicate professionally with supervisors, nursing staff, families, guardians, healthcare professionals, and others involved in supporting each individual Use Your CHHA Skills in a Different Kind of Care Environment Working in a medical group home gives you the opportunity to become familiar with the people you support—their routines, preferences, health needs, goals, and accomplishments. You'll work as part of a consistent team while combining home health care, clinical assistance, direct support, and skill development within an individual's home. The goal isn't simply to provide care. It's to provide the right level of support while encouraging each person to participate, make choices, develop skills, and maintain as much independence as possible. Requirements What You'll Need High School Diploma or GEDCurrent Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) certificationValid New Jersey driver's licenseAbility to successfully complete all required Division of Developmental Disabilities pre-service trainingAbility to obtain and maintain required First Aid and Adult CPR certificationsAbility to successfully complete and maintain CMT training if requiredAbility to successfully complete required state and federal criminal history checks, Central Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry (CARI) check, and agency drug screening requirementsAbility to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a residential and clinical teamStrong communication, judgment, and problem-solving skillsExperience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred Physical Requirements This is a hands-on position within a residential care environment. Employees must be able to perform the physical responsibilities associated with the role, including standing, walking, sitting, pushing/pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and other physical activities necessary to provide support. Employees must be able to lift and/or move in excess of 50 pounds when required. Benefits Full-Time Benefits The Arc of Ocean County offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth: Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLow Deductible Health Plans with $0 Copay OptionsComprehensive Prescription CoverageFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401(k) Retirement Plan with Agency MatchingPaid Time Off and Holiday PayPaid On-the-Job TrainingTuition Reimbursement OpportunitiesEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceAdditional Supplemental Benefit Options Build Your Career With The Arc As part of The Arc of Ocean County's Residential Services team, you'll work alongside residential leadership and nursing professionals while developing valuable experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Your work will combine healthcare, advocacy, daily living support, and person-centered care—giving you an opportunity to use your CHHA certification in a setting where you can see the ongoing impact of the support you provide. Care That Goes Beyond the Clinical A medical group home is more than a care setting—it's someone's home. As a Certified Home Health Aide with The Arc of Ocean County, you'll have the opportunity to provide important health-related assistance while also helping individuals enjoy their routines, develop skills, make choices, and participate more independently in everyday life. Join our Residential Services team in Brick and put your CHHA experience to work in a full-time position where compassionate care, clinical support, and independence come together.