Home Health Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Job Summary
We are looking for a Home Health Aide to join our team! You will directly work with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health experience is required. 

Responsibilities 

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor 
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert 
• Give medications 
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities  

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program
• High School Diploma or GED 
• One year prior professional experience 
• Driver’s license required 
• CPR certification required 

Why Join Thee Agency?

We value our staff and are committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive starting pay: $23.00-$28.00/hour
• Flexible scheduling
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Career growth opportunities
• Supportive management team
• Meaningful work that changes lives
• Paid training provided 
• Paid Training Includes:
  • Electronic Visit Verification (EVV)
  • College of Direct Support (CDS) trainings
  • CPR & First Aid
  • Emergency Procedures
• Employment Requirements
  Due to the nature of our services, all employees must complete:
  • Criminal background check
  • Drug screening
  • CARI check
  • Central Registry screening
  • Required exclusionary checks
• Location
  Newton, NJ 07438
  Candidates should live locally or be willing to commute.