Certified Home Health Aide CHHA
How this pay compares
This posting states $19–$21 an hour. Open home health aide jobs in New Jersey post a median of $19 an hour, the middle half $18–$20, across 411 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Home health aides 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 home health aide
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 CHHA training program of at least 76 hours (60 classroom, 16 clinical) that ends in a competency evaluation exam, or hold Department of Health nurse aide certification plus the home care course, or nursing-program clinical coursework; then apply to the Board with a criminal history background check form and proof of employment by a home care services agency (N.J.A.C. 13:37-14.9).
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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
- Caregiver Recognition
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
About the Role
Assisting Hands of Hamilton is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) to join our care team on a weekend-only schedule in Hamilton, NJ. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of clients in your community while enjoying a flexible work schedule that fits your lifestyle.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene support
- Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and ambulation as needed
- Monitor and document client health status, reporting any changes to the supervising nurse
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding in accordance with dietary needs and care plans
- Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean home environment
- Offer companionship and emotional support to promote client well-being
- Administer medications or treatments as directed within scope of practice
Requirements
- Valid New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) certification required
- Prior experience in home care, assisted living, or a related healthcare setting preferred
- Availability to work weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday)
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes in the Hamilton, NJ area
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach
- Ability to follow individualized care plans and work independently
- CPR/First Aid certification is a plus
Benefits
- Bonus Program
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Competitive Pay
- Ongoing Training
- Caregiver Recognition Days
- Employee of the Month Program
- PPE
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About Us
Assisting Hands of Hamilton 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 - and our caregivers love working here for our supportive team environment, flexible scheduling, and commitment to staff appreciation. Join a team that truly values the important work you do 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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