What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIFE SPECIALIST / CHHA, FT/Home Care, PENNSAUKEN position at Trinity Health PACE?
Job Description
Employment Type : Full time
Shift : Day Shift
Description : Posting
Provide one-to-one, compassionate care and love your job
About Trinity Health PACE
Trinity Health PACE programs are nationally recognized for providing high quality, comprehensive care in the communities we serve. Our services are built upon a 30-year history of Programs of All-Inclusive Care (PACE) for the elderly in the United States. Trinity Health PACE is one of the largest PACE providers in the country. With new strategy, vision and technology, we are growing and shaping the future of healthcare!
We have a pioneering care model here at Trinity Health PACE programs offer continuous, quality care to the elderly, allowing them the independence of living at home. Seniors who qualify for nursing home care alternatively have the option to receive comprehensive care from an interdisciplinary team of experts, all focused on improving participants’ health. At our centers, seniors receive clinical and rehabilitation therapy and build relationships with doctors, nurses and fellow participants – all under one roof.
Home Health Aide
The Home Health Aide is responsible for providing various care services necessary for attending to the personal needs, support, and health status of participants
Your opportunity
Provide one-to-one care with your patients in their homes or in a clinical setting
Warm and supportive environment
Enjoy a truly patient-centered focus
Excel with supportive, motivated colleagues in an inspiring environment
Flexibility
Competitive salary
Career paths and professional development
Learn the industry's best, easy-to-use, advanced technology
Other Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance
Short and long-term disability
403b
Generous paid time off
Mileage reimbursement
Comprehensive orientation
Essential Functions
As part of the health care team, provide personal care assistance that will maintain the independence of the participant to conduct activities of daily living, including toileting, showers, eating, and grooming
Assist in the maintenance of physical activity, exercise, and walking
Provide nursing care as assigned in a safe manner, consistent with the policies and procedures of the PACE Organization
Responsible for participant safety, identify safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action as able
Provide behavioral supervision or support for participants, such as reality orientation, reminder to follow through with nursing and medication instruction, diet restrictions, and emotional reassurance
Assist with general activities such as conversing with participants, recreation activities, meal and snack serving, and housekeeping
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Active Home Health Aide certification in the state of NJ is required. Certified Nurse Assistant Certification preferred
Minimum one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population
Experience in a long-term care facility or with a community-based geriatric program preferred
Valid driver's license, proof of car insurance and ability to provide a reliable means of transportation required for home care duties.
Posting
Trinity Health LIFE New Jersey, a member of Trinity Health PACE, (formerly LIFE at Lourdes)is seeking a full-time licensed Home Health Aide, for its program in Pennsauken, NJ. Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) coordinate and provide all needed preventive, primary, acute and long-term care services so that older individuals can continue living in the community. PACE is an innovative model that enables individuals who are 55 years old or older and certified by their state to need nursing home care to live as independently as possible. Through PACE, today’s fragmented health care financing and delivery system comes together to serve the unique needs of each individual in a way that makes sense to the frail elderly, their caregivers, health care providers and policy makers.
PACE programs meet State and Federal safety requirements and include adult day programs, medical clinics, activities, and occupational and physical therapy facilities.
Trinity Health LIFE New Jersey provides a competitive compensation and benefit package that complements this opportunity for personal growth and professional advancement. This position reports to the Manager of In-Home Services
Benefits of joining a winning team!
- Flexibility in hours
- Competitive salary
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Warm and supportive environment
- Team approach to patient centered care
- Excel with supportive, motivated colleagues in an inspiring environment
- Career paths and professional development
Other Benefits
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This is a good team working environment. Share your skills and talents. Join us!
Apply now!
Pay Range - 16.23-22.72
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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