At FirstLight Home Care, we're driven by a simple yet profound mission: to ensure every adult experiences comfort, dignity, and independence in their own home, every day. Join our team as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) and be a part of this transformative journey. Your role is pivotal in providing exceptional care tailored to our clients' needs, while bringing peace of mind to their families. We value passion and dedication, guided by our core values: Focus on Relationships First, Act with Integrity, Give Joy, Grow Together, and Make a Difference Every Day. Your commitment to empowering individuals to live their best lives at home is crucial to our team's success. Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Position Type: Regular / Permanent Employment
Wage Range: $17.00 - $22.00 Hourly (Availability/Experience Dependent)
Benefits:
- Signing Bonus
- Positions Paid Weekly
- Holiday / Overtime / Performance Pay Incentives
- Referral Bonus Program
- Paid Training & Orientation
- PTO (Paid Time Off) Plan
- Health Insurance Options
- 401k Contributions
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Employee Wellness & Recognition Program
- Professional Development / Education / Advancement Opportunities
Position Requirements
- Must Complete a federal and state criminal history background checks
- Must Hold a current and valid certification by the New Jersey Board of Nursing as a Homemaker - Home Health Aide
- Must have completed a Homemaker-Home Health Aide course approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing
- Must be willing to complete a background check upon offer
Position Responsibilities: As a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) with FirstLight Home Care, you'll play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our clients while adhering to our company's Core Values: Focus on Relationships First, Act with Integrity, Give Joy, Grow Together, and Make a Difference Every Day. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing personalized, non-medical care tailored to clients' Service Plan/Care Plan.
- Engaging in companion care activities such as conversation, light housekeeping, meal prep, and more.
- Assisting clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility.
- Effectively managing your time using our designated system.
- Accurately documenting completed tasks and communicating according to company policies.
- Monitoring and reporting any changes in clients' condition to supervisors.
- Responding promptly to emergencies or unusual incidents.
- Ensuring strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.
- Participating in quality assurance reviews and evaluations.
- Staying updated on technology advancements, especially relevant software.
- Demonstrating unwavering support for company policies and procedures.
Position Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, the individual in this position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum skills, abilities, certifications, education, and experience required.
- Qualifications:
- High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferably one to three months of related experience and/or training.
- Possession of state-required certifications.
- Valid Driver’s License with adequate auto insurance, if applicable.
- Skills:
- Proficient in reading and understanding short instructions, correspondence, and memos.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively present information to clients, families, and colleagues in both one-on-one and small group settings.
- Strong critical thinking and reasoning abilities, capable of evaluating situations and making complex decisions.
- Ability to speak Spanish or Mandarin preferred.
- Physical Requirements:
- Capable of meeting the physical demands of the position, including:
- Regularly talking or hearing.
- Frequently using hands or fingers to handle objects or controls.
- Occasionally standing, walking, sitting, and reaching with hands and arms.
- Occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Standard shift:
Work setting:
Language:
- English (Required)
- Spanish (Required)
- Mandarin (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License & Personal Vehicle (Required)
- certification as Homemaker or Home Health Aide (Required)
Shift availability:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person