Caregiver - Home Health Aide - NJ CHHA License required
How this pay compares
This posting states $18–$20 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in New Jersey post a median of $19 an hour, the middle half $17.81–$20.75, across 154 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in New Jersey earn a median of $17.83 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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What New Jersey requires of a caregiver
Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aide (CHHA), from the New Jersey Board of Nursing (Division of Consumer Affairs).
- Training: at least 76 hours, 16 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Complete a Board-approved 76-hour course (60 classroom and 16 clinical hours), demonstrate required skills, pass a written exam, and pass a background check; once certified the aide is listed in the online CHHA directory.
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- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 28.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 85.5%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.58x · Clicks 27
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 76.1% · Stating an hourly rate 73.8%
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About the job
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
About the Role
Assisting Hands of Burlington is looking for compassionate and dedicated Certified Home Health Aides to join our growing team in Mount Laurel, NJ! This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients by providing essential in-home care and support.
We offer flexible scheduling across all shifts to fit your lifestyle:
- Weekends and / or weekdays
- Mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights
- Part time or Full time
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene support
- Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and ambulation to ensure safety and comfort
- Monitor and document client health status and report changes to supervising staff
- Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and ensuring proper nutrition
- Perform light housekeeping duties and maintain a clean, safe home environment
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients and their families
- Assist with medication reminders and follow individualized care plans
Requirements
- Valid NJ CHHA License (Certified Home Health Aide) - required
- Prior experience in home health, personal care, or a related caregiving role preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient, empathetic demeanor
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes in the Mount Laurel, NJ area
- CPR/First Aid certification is a plus
About Us
Assisting Hands of Burlington is a trusted provider of in-home care services dedicated to helping seniors and individuals with disabilities live safely and comfortably in their own homes. Our clients love us for our personalized, compassionate approach to care that treats every individual with dignity and respect. We pride ourselves on being an employer that values our caregivers, offering flexible schedules, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to truly impact lives every day.
From Assisting Hands Home Care's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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