Certified Home Health Aide

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

At Dharma Home Care, we are driven by a deep sense of duty to serve the most vulnerable members of our community—and to support the dedicated caregivers who make that mission possible. We believe in nurturing personal growth, offering ongoing training, and creating a supportive environment where both clients and caregivers can thrive.

Position Overview

We are currently building our pool of compassionate and dedicated Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) who value personal growth, professional development, and delivering exceptional, client-centered care. Ideal candidates bring a positive attitude, adaptability to clients' needs, and a genuine passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care and assistance with daily living activities
• Support client independence while ensuring safety and well-being
• Follow individualized care plans tailored to each client's needs and document as required
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and Dharma Home Care staff

All Shifts Available – Hourly Caregivers Needed

• Hourly Care: Starting at $19.50/hour
• Flexible Schedules: Full-time, part-time, or per diem (subject to shift availability)

What We Offer?

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $19.50/hr
• Instant Pay: Access your earnings before payday
• Grow Your Career: CHHA → Mentor Caregiver → Care Coordinator → Office Leadership
• Flexible Schedules: Full-time, part-time, or per diem
• Work Close to Home: Cases throughout NJ (subject to availability)
• Time Off: Paid PTO and sick leave
• Seven Paid Holidays: Enjoy extra pay at time-and-a-half
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to $300 per referral
• Training & Support: Paid orientation, ongoing skills training, and RN mentorship
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) to help secure your future
• Safety First: Free PPE provided
• Free Uniform: Agency issued polo shirt

Minimum Requirements

• Licensure: Must hold an active New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) license in good standing.
• Physical Ability: Must be physically able to perform the essential duties of this position.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance.
• References: Must provide at least two verifiable professional references.
• Work History: Must provide verifiable employment history for the past 12 months.
• Background Check: Must successfully pass a national criminal background check (including any additional screenings required by the State of New Jersey).
• Health Requirements: Must provide proof of the following:
  • Valid physical examination within the last year
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray
  • Proof of MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination

Compensation: $19.50 - $21.00 per hour Dharma Home Care was founded with a deep sense of duty to serve the most vulnerable members of our community and the people who care for them. The word Dharma translates to living authentically and aligning your actions with what's right. We like to think of it as an inner compass guiding you towards a life of meaning and purpose. And our purpose is to provide compassionate support to our clients while ensuring that our care companions are valued through fair compensation and opportunities to grow and find joy in their work.

This agency is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this agency. All inquiries about employment at this agency should be made directly to the agency location, and not to Home Care Evolution Corporate.