Forest Aide jobs in Edison, NJ

Overview:
Home Helpers is seeking compassionate and dedicated Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) to join our team in Summit, NJ. As a CHHA, you will play a crucial role in providing essential care and support to our clients, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their homes.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Provide medication reminders and assistance with prescribed exercises.
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping tasks.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
• Escort clients to appointments, errands, and outings as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of client care activities and report any changes in client condition to the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Valid New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) certification.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or Eastern European languages preferred.
• Compassionate and caring demeanor with a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with clients and their families.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates with potential for overtime and bonuses.
• Flexible scheduling options to accommodate your availability.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Contract, Per diem, Temporary

Pay: $16.00 - $22.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Hospice & Palliative Medicine
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Work setting:

• Inpatient
• In-person
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Application Question(s):

• Rate your Proficiency in English. Please rate between 1 and 10
• List other languages that you can speak or understand.

License/Certification:

• HHA License in New Jersey (Required)

Work Location: In person