Location: Scotch Plains,NJ, USA
Must have an active NJ Certified Home Health Aide License to apply Are you a CHHA looking to work long hours with a flexible schedule in a local facility? BrightStar Care of Westfield & Summit is looking for experienced, reliable and compassionate caregivers to join our team. We are immediately hiring Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) for 8.5 hour shifts, (includes a 30 minute mandatory break), in a hospice facility located in either Elizabeth or Scotch Plains, NJ. You choose where and when you want to work (days, evenings, overnights, weekends). The nurse will call you each week with a list of all open shifts. You will select the available shifts that fit YOUR schedule. The following shifts are available on a week-by-week basis: * 7:00 am - 3:30 pm * 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm * 11:00 pm - 7:30 am You will be responsible for assisting at least 6 patients with their ADL's on you shift. You should be comfortable providing the specialized care needed to care for the terminally ill, be on time, a team player, have reliable transportation to work, and must have an active NJ CHHA license. Caregiver Job Benefits: * Long hours * Health Insurance * Up to 3 weeks of PTO (paid time off) * Possibility for advancement to Client Care Coordinator position * Opportunity to build your own schedule and select the shifts that fits your needs * Stable and consistent work * $400 bonus for each friend you refer to us after they work 80 hours * Paid orientation * 90 day & annual performance reviews with a bonus if qualified * Alzheimer/dementia & other in-person trainings are available for all caregivers * Weekly pay with direct deposit every Friday * 13 annual holidays paid at time & a half if you work that day * We work with our employees to create a schedule that works for them * Employee of the month with bonus * Supportive Care Team - Our Home Health Aides love working with us because we care about you and your well being * Voted Best of Home Care Employer of Choice 2018-2024 * We offer 24/7 Support- we are here when you need us! Responsibilities: * Assist with personal care such as bathing, dressing, ambulation, and transfers * Accompany clients to the grocery store, doctor appointments and pharmacy visits * Assisting client with active and passive mobility work defined by the plan of care, and documenting observed changes to the Director of Nursing Requirements: * Valid New Jersey CHHA License in good standing * High school diploma or GED * Valid CPR Certificate or willing to get one * Negative drug screen background screening * Ability to read, write, speak and understand English and communicate effectively * Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds BrightStar Care of Westfield & Summit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.