Caregiver & Aide Jobs in Toms River, NJ

24 Hour Home Care NJ is hiring compassionate, certified caregivers in Toms River, NJ — Ocean County’s largest township and one of New Jersey’s most vibrant communities for active and aging adults. With approximately 95,000 residents, numerous 55+ communities, and a waterfront lifestyle that attracts retirees from across the state, Toms River creates consistent, year-round demand for skilled in-home caregivers. Whether you are an experienced CHHA or a companion aide looking to build your career in healthcare, Toms River offers exceptional opportunity. Call (908) 912-6342 to apply today.

What You’ll Do as a Caregiver in Toms River

Caregivers and home health aides at 24 Hour Home Care NJ in Toms River provide comprehensive in-home support tailored to each client’s individualized care plan, developed and supervised by a Registered Nurse:

• Personal care — Bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral hygiene
• Mobility assistance — Transfers, ambulation, fall prevention, and safe repositioning
• Medication reminders — Ensuring clients take prescribed medications on schedule
• Meal preparation — Cooking nutritious meals meeting dietary requirements and preferences
• Companionship — Conversation, games, and meaningful engagement for cognitive health
• Light housekeeping — Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized home environment
• Transportation — Driving clients to medical appointments, errands, and social activities
• Care documentation — Accurate shift notes and communication with the supervising RN

Positions & Shifts Available in Toms River

We are currently hiring for all core caregiving roles in Toms River, NJ:

• Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) — Full personal care and daily living support. NJ CHHA certification required.
• Caregiver — Comprehensive support for seniors aging in place. CHHA certification required.
• Companion Care Aide — Companionship, errands, and non-personal-care support. No CHHA required.
• RN Supervisor (Per Diem) — In-home assessments and care plan oversight. Active NJ RN license required.

Available shift types in Toms River: Toms River’s large senior population supports strong demand for all shift types including live-in and overnight.

• AM Shift (7 AM–3 PM) — Morning personal care and daily support
• PM Shift (3 PM–11 PM) — Evening support and nighttime preparation
• Overnight Shift (11 PM–7 AM) — Awake overnight coverage for safety and dementia needs
• Live-In Care — Caregiver resides in client’s home for around-the-clock support
• Per Diem — Flexible surge coverage throughout Toms River and surrounding communities

Local Resources for Toms River Caregivers

• Community Medical Center (Toms River) — RWJBarnabas Health’s Ocean County flagship hospital; primary source of post-acute home care referrals for cardiac, orthopedic, and neurological discharge patients
• Ocean County Office of Senior Services — County programs, Meals on Wheels, transportation, and caregiver support services complementing professional home care
• Toms River Senior Center — Community activities and wellness programs for Toms River’s active senior population
• NJ Department of Labor — Career Services — CHHA training programs, workforce development, and career resources for aspiring Toms River caregivers

See all the communities we serve at our Toms River home care service page and our Ocean County caregiver jobs page.

Specialty Care Areas in Toms River

Toms River’s senior-heavy population includes many clients managing complex chronic and neurological conditions. Specialty training opens the most rewarding and in-demand assignments:

• Dementia Caregiver Jobs NJ — High demand for dementia-trained caregivers for clients aging in place
• Alzheimer’s Caregiver Jobs NJ — Stage-specific Alzheimer’s care for local families
• Post-Surgery Caregiver Jobs NJ — Recovery support for hospital discharge clients
• Parkinson’s Caregiver Jobs NJ — Mobility, fall prevention, and medication management
• Stroke Recovery Caregiver Jobs NJ — ADL retraining for post-stroke clients

Frequently Asked Questions

What caregiver jobs are available in Toms River, NJ?

24 Hour Home Care NJ is actively hiring Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs), caregivers, companion aides, and per diem RN supervisors throughout Toms River. As Ocean County’s largest community with roughly 95,000 residents and a substantial 55+ population, Toms River generates consistent year-round demand for all shift types — AM, PM, overnight, live-in, and per diem. Call (908) 912-6342 to speak with our Ocean County staffing team.

Do I need a CHHA certificate to work as a caregiver in Toms River?

Yes — New Jersey requires CHHA (Certified Home Health Aide) certification from the NJ Board of Nursing for all personal care roles in private homes, including those in Toms River. Companion and homemaker positions may not require formal certification. Visit the NJ Board of Nursing for full certification details, or call (908) 912-6342 to discuss your qualifications with our Ocean County team.

Which hospital serves Toms River home care clients?

Community Medical Center in Toms River — part of the RWJBarnabas Health network — is the primary hospital for Toms River home care clients. It provides comprehensive emergency, cardiac, oncology, orthopedic, and neurological services. Many of our Toms River clients are discharged from Community Medical Center and require professional in-home recovery support. Call (908) 912-6342 to learn more.

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