Company Overview
Senior Helpers is a leading provider of in-home senior care services dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults. With a commitment to compassionate, personalized care, Senior Helpers supports seniors in maintaining independence and dignity within their own homes through a wide range of specialized services.
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Home Health Aide to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in home healthcare, with experience assisting clients with daily activities, managing medical needs, and providing emotional support. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities by delivering high-quality, respectful care in a home setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care assistance including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support to clients.
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as toileting, feeding, and medication reminders.
- Monitor and document patient health status, vital signs, and changes in condition
- Support clients with mobility and transfer methods, including the use of Hoyer lifts or other patient transfer equipment.
- Administer medications accurately following home healthcare regulations and Director of Nursing instructions.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines while handling sensitive medical records and information.
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and ensuring a safe environment for clients.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being, especially for clients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
- Follow safety protocols including first aid, CPR certification, and basic life support procedures to respond effectively in emergencies.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care tailored to individual needs.
Skills
- Proven experience working with geriatric patients, individuals with developmental disabilities, or those requiring hospice or memory care.
- Strong knowledge of catheter care, vital signs monitoring, and medication reminders.
- Excellent patient observation skills to detect changes in condition or behavior promptly.
- Ability to perform transfers when necessary and operate assistive devices such as Hoyer lifts safely.
- Experience working within home health agency settings or providing live-in care is preferred.
- Exceptional communication skills for effective client interaction and team collaboration.
- Knowledge of home health care regulations and best practices for long-term care environments.
Join our team as a Certified Home Health Aide to provide compassionate support that empowers seniors and individuals with disabilities to live comfortably and safely at home while fostering independence through professional caregiving excellence.
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid orientation
- Referral program
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aide (New Jersey) (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Paramus, NJ 07652 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
