• Plainfield, NJ
  • $19 Per Hour
16 days ago

Job Description

'I just love working there and that's a good place to work'

'It feels good every day to know that what you do at your job, will help and make a differece in somebodys life. Especially elderly people that feel lonely, sick and abandoned by friends and family. We are there for them. I love to work at Lutheran and I love my Participants. Because of the pandemic we cant see each other everyday-but I call them; and I can feel their happiness when they hear my voice. They know I care.We all do at Lutheran Senior Life At Jersey City.'

Those are real statements from real employees at Lutheran Senior LIFE.

We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....

  • CaringTeamworkKindnessOpen CommunicationPositive Attitude* This is how our team members describe the culture at Lutheran Senior LIFE! Apply today to find out more!

We are excited to be welcoming our first participants into our brand new program at Lutheran Senior LIFE servicing Union County! We currently have a full-time opening for a CHHA. This position pay $19.00/hour. Benefits, Paid Time Off and More being offered!

Under the direction and supervision of the Home Care Coordinator/ Registered Nurse, assists participants in the home with duties essential to the patients health in accordance with the patients individualized care plan.

Basic Qualifications:

Education/Training/Certifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Certified Home Health Aide License --New Jersey
  • Current drivers license with proof of auto insurance
  • Safe driving record

Skill(s):

  • Knowledge of principles, practices, standards and techniques of a home health aide
  • Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
  • Knowledge of medical equipment use and maintenance
  • Skilled in establishing and maintain effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, medical staff and the public.
  • Skilled in identifying and recommending problem resolution.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year working as a CHHA with the frail or elderly

Medical Clearance:

Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We have awesome benefits! You will be eligible to participate in most of the following as of your 1st day of employment!

Offering flexible pay - accessing your pay anytime!

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Critical Care & Accident Coverage

NJM Auto and Home Insurance

Pet Insurance

Identify Theft Protection

403(b) Retirement Savings offering an 8% company paid match!

Sick Pay (after 4 months of employment)

Paid Time Off (after completion of introductory period)

Holiday Pay

And much more..

Numbers & Facts

LocationPlainfield, NJ
IndustryNonprofit Charitable Organizations
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Websitehttps://www.lsmnj.org/

Benefits

Paid Sick Days, Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance

About Company

LSMNJ team members are dedicated to providing healing, hope and hospitality, regardless of religious background through a diversified social ministry program addressing many critical human care needs.

Skills

  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Home Careunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Infectious Diseasesunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Medical Equipmentunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched

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