Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) - Weekend Only

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness resources
• Opportunity for advancement

The Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) is responsible for providing personal care and assisting clients with activities of daily living in their homes.

Areas: Monmouth County, Ocean County, Bergen County, Somerset County, Middlesex County, Hunterdon County, Mercer County

Essential job duties for this position include the following items:

• Provide general attention to the non-medical needs of the client(s) following an established Service Plan/Care Plan. This may include personal hygiene, toileting, bathing, oral care, hair, and/or skincare.
• Assist client(s) in and out of bed, excluding the use of mechanical lifting equipment unless trained and documented as competent.
• Assist client(s) with walking, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable
• Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding as required.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Remind clients to complete prescribed exercises when instructed by the appropriate health care professional.
• Always remain in the client's vicinity during the shift and report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency.
• Utilize the Wellsky-required time management system for Clock-in and Clock-out procedures when reporting for work and when clocking out.
• Document services delivered in accordance with Executive Home Care policies and procedures.
• Record and report changes in the clients physical condition, behavior, or appearance to the supervisor.
• Report any unusual incidents and act quickly in emergencies.
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Provide general companion care services and homemaker services.
• Participate as requested in the quality assurance reviews and evaluations of Executive Home Care.
• Stay current with changing technology, including software programs.
• Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to effectively interact with clients, families, and the Executive Home Care Team.
• Personal Care Training Program Certification and Competency

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURE

• NJ Home Health Aide License (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

LANGUAGE and Communication SKILLS:

• Ability to read and understand short instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively communicate through written and verbal language.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to utilize smartphone technology to download and use certain applications.