Become a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Start Your Journey as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
Join our Home Instead family and earn your NJ CHHA certification with our free training program!

Apply Today! Limited Seats Available!

Requirements include a valid driver's license and the ability to work with clients.
Compensation ranges from $18 to $25+ per hour as a CHHA.

Home Instead of Waretown is a trusted home care company that has been serving the community since 2008. Our mission is to provide seniors with the support they need to age gracefully in the comfort of their own homes.

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Caregivers, Elderly Companions, and Direct Support Professionals to enhance the lives of aging adults. Our commitment to our Professional Caregivers ensures that happy employees lead to satisfied clients. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement savings, and paid time off.

This is an exceptional opportunity for those eager to embark on a fulfilling career in the healthcare field!

• Comprehensive training in home healthcare skills, including personal care, memory care, transferring, ambulation, light cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Our NJ CHHA training is top-notch in the area!
• The training program requires a commitment of 4 weeks, which includes weekly in-office training, 60 hours of online learning, 16 hours of in-person clinical training, and a mentoring shift with an experienced CHHA.
• Upon successful completion of the training program, you will be eligible for your NJ CHHA license from the NJ Board of Nursing.

Benefits of Working as a Professional Caregiver with Home Instead:

• Industry-leading pay – $18 to $25+ per hour as a CHHA
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401K retirement plan
• Direct deposit for convenience
• Early access to your pay
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual
• Compensated travel time between shifts
• All necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) provided
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate your personal needs (Hourly, Live-In, Overnight, Weekday and Weekend shifts)
• Assignments as close to your location as possible
• Access to free educational courses for professional growth and career advancement
• 24/7 support from our administrative team in a supportive work environment
• Steady schedule and opportunities for career advancement in healthcare.

We welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including:

• Direct Support Professionals
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistants)
• Personal Assistants
• Teachers and Teacher Aides
• Babysitters and Nannies
• Hospitality and Customer Service Professionals
• Elderly Companions

Requirements:

• Must be willing to work with clients, particularly in Southern Ocean/Northern Atlantic Counties.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to successfully pass a federal criminal background check and drug test
• Current physical and TB test documentation
• MMR vaccination verification
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Residence in NJ
• A valid NJ driver's license
• Personal vehicle with valid insurance (Live-In caregivers are not required to have a driver's license or vehicle)

Available Shifts:

• Hourly
• Days/Evenings
• Overnights
• Weekends
• Live-In (both permanent and temporary)

Equal Opportunity Employment

Home Instead is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply online to kickstart your career with us!