Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

At Care Options for Kids, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care with integrity and compassion and are seeking Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) that share our same vision. Care Options for Kids specializes in one on one hourly pediatric and adult care in the home.

Benefits for Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs)

• Paid sick leave and flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan 
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• 24/7 clinical support whenever guidance is needed

Responsibilities of Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs)

• Perform all personal care activities contained in a written assignment by the Registered Nurse (RN) which may include, but not be limited to, assisting the patient or client with personal hygiene, ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, and physical transfer.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment, which may include light cleaning and straightening of the bathroom, straightening the sleeping and living areas, washing the patient's or client's dishes or laundry, and such tasks to maintain cleanliness and safety for the patient or client.
• Measuring intake and output of fluids, and measure temperature, pulse, respiration, or blood pressure.
• Keep records of personal health care activities.
• Observe appearance and gross behavioral changes in the patient or client, reporting to the Registered Nurse (RN). 

Requirements for  Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs)

Education: High school diploma or GED preferred. 

Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in home care is preferred. 

Licensure/Certification:

• Current, valid New Jersey CHHA license 
• TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)

About Care Options for Kids 

For more than two decades, Care Options for Kids has delivered specialized care to help children and their families live more fulfilled lives.  As the leading pediatric community healthcare system, we provide dedicated, compassionate therapy, nursing, and support that integrates into children's lives and creates limitless possibilities for our growing team of clinicians. It's about helping a neighbor, building a friendship, and most importantly, making a difference in our community - one family at a time.  And, achieving that mission can only be accomplished with talented and caring caregivers like you.

We value the health and well-being of our caregivers and understand the vital role you play in caring for our clients. PPE is provided in each home — including masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer. We follow CDC guidelines to ensure you, your client, and your family stays healthy.

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.