Home Health Aide Jobs in Newton, NJ

A Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a pivotal role in the nursing industry by providing personal care to patients who require assistance with daily tasks within their homes. HHAs often work with the elderly, the chronically ill, and those recovering from injury or surgery who may be unable to care for themselves. They assist with activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management and sometimes, transportation to medical appointments. They also monitor patients' vital signs, illness symptoms, and physical and emotional well-being, providing a critical link between the patient and the healthcare team.

Key skills that a Home Health Aide should possess include compassion, patience, good communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and a strong sense of responsibility. Additionally, they must be trained in basic emergency response and understanding of safety and sanitation procedures. Certification requirements may differ by location, but most HHAs should have a high school diploma, complete a state approved training program and pass a competency examination. Prior to becoming a Home Health Aide, one might have held positions such as a personal care aide, nursing assistant, or a caregiver, roles that involve direct care provision and allow for the accumulation of relevant experience.

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Direct Support Professional

  • Long Valley, NJ (19 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Long Valley, NJ (19 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right...

Home Health Aide

  • Rockaway, NJ (17 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (17 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

that assist the patient with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to): Assist clients with personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting Help clients with...

Caregiver

  • Dover, NJ (16 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dover, NJ (16 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Participate/lead and assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and Invite, Encourage, and Assist (IEA) residents to participate in activities as indicated on the ISP....

Direct Support Professional (Floater)

  • Newton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Newton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Direct Support Professional (Floater) EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,...

Certified Home Health Aide Full-Time

  • Morris Plains, NJ (22 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (22 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Full-Time Certified Home Health Aide Responsibilities Assists consumers with personal care tasks, their activities of daily living skills, and applying the principles of proper body care Provides supportive...

Home Health Aide- Training, CHHA

  • Franklin, NJ (11 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (11 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Health Aide: Minimum one year work experience Current HHA - Home Health Aide license listed in good standing with the board Job Responsibilities for HHA - Home Health Aide: Activities of daily living...

Direct Support Professional (Day Program)

  • Franklin, NJ (11 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (11 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Direct Support Professional (Day Program) Posted Date 1 week ago (7/1/2025 9:23 AM) Requisition ID 2025-45174 Category Direct Care Position Type Full-Time Description Join Devereux New Jersey...

Caregiver/Home Health Aide

  • Marshalls Creek, PA (16 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Marshalls Creek, PA (16 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Clients need assistance with personal care (showering,dressing) and light housekeeping( sweep,mop). Beck N Call has provided care in Monroe County for over 26 years....

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Succasunna, NJ (16 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Succasunna, NJ (16 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver

  • Mount Tabor, NJ (21 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mount Tabor, NJ (21 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver for Families

  • Mount Freedom, NJ (21 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mount Freedom, NJ (21 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Netcong, NJ (12 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Netcong, NJ (12 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Direct Support Professional/PT

  • Milford, PA (19 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milford, PA (19 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing and hygiene, as well as household chores like laundry, cleaning, and decorating, to maintain a comfortable living environment....

Direct Support Professional

  • Landing, NJ (13 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Landing, NJ (13 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Ensures person-centered plans are implemented and assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including: Providing personal care Assisting with activities of daily...

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

  • Randolph, NJ (19 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Randolph, NJ (19 miles from Newton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

, grooming, oral care, dressing, undressing, toileting activities and assisting with measurements, if necessary * Providing assistance with daily tasks, including but not limited to: feeding, meal preparation...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Newton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Newton, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.0%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Newton, NJ
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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