Veteran Case Manager Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

Part-time 22.5-29

Rochester, NY, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Annually

St. John’s will lead and inspire a shift in society’s views of elder hood. Join our family of dedicated, talented employees who are at the forefront of innovative senior services delivery in this community. St. John’s embraces living every day by fostering a culture that is friendly, respectful, responsive, compassionate, innovative, and fun for both employees and the elders and residents that call St. John’s Meadows home.

If this description speaks to you, continue reading about our Resident Care Aide opportunity available at Hawthorne at St. John's Meadows Assisted Living. Part-Time Sunday 3pm-11:30pm, Wednesday 3p-11:30pm, Sun and Wed evening 3-11pm position. please specify in your application which position you are interested in. Varies Per Diem Shifts.

Position Summary: The RCA nurtures & supports the Hawthorne Residents by providing excellent care in a family environment. The RCA recognizes & responds to Residents needs appropriately. Assists Residents with completing activities of daily living & personal grooming & comfort, while encouraging Resident independence & respecting Residents wishes for care. Responsibilities include:

• Support emotional, physical and social well-being of elders.

• Encourage independence of elders with decision making.

• Look for daily opportunities to establish meaningful relationships with the elders by valuing individuality.

• Assist in developing and carrying out lifestyle programs and activities that meet the needs of the elders.

• Assist in maintaining clean common spaces and laundry rooms.

• Attend monthly staff meetings as well as quarterly organization wide meetings. Assist with program selected routine procedures such as personal care, dressing, grooming, transfer, assist with ambulation, toileting to assist elder to maintain good personal hygiene in accordance with the Individual Service Plans (ISP’s).

• As necessary, assist elders with positioning and transporting in and out of chairs, beds, bathtubs, cars, buses, etc…. Will also include transporting to other areas of the community.

• Report any physical or mental status changes or concerns to LPN, RN/Case Manager or Program Coordinator.

• Communicate with co-workers at all levels to meet the needs of the elders.

• Maintain a safe, hazard free environment by observing and monitoring the community and reporting unsafe conditions to the RN/Case Manager or Program Coordinator.

• Follows procedures for documentation.

• Ability to work with individual residents or groups in special activity programs.

• Ability to respond to common inquiries from residents, resident’s families, regulatory agencies, and the public.

• Must be able to provide redirection to confused or distressed residents.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality with staff and peers.

• Ability to remain calm, reassuring and effective in an atmosphere that often times is chaotic.

• Follow established protocol for accidents and incidents.

• Attend and participate in 12 hours annually of training programs and other educational classes.

• Complete additional tasks as requested by Program Coordinator, RN/Case Manager or LPN.

• Responsible for reporting to RN/Case Manager any observations or changes in residents' behavior, activity or physical appearance.

• Responsible for following infection control guidelines.

• Attend and participate in disaster preparedness training and drills.

• Assist residents during meals with direction, cueing and assistive devices.

• Monitor elders during meals.

• Provide assistance to elders with medical equipment.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Certification as a NYS Home Health Aide (HHA) required.

• Medication assistance training desirable.

• Med Tech experience desirable.

• Willingness to complete onsite RCA training.

• Minimum of 2 years of past experience providing direct resident care required in home health or long-term care.

• Proficient in writing and reading English.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking, sitting, lifting and the ability to assist elders with transferring and all ADL's.

Check out what we have to offer YOU at https://www.stjohnsliving.org/careers:

• Health, dental, vision insurance (30 hours+)

• Employer sponsored life insurance & telemedicine (30 hours+)

• Weekly paychecks

• Competitive pay

• Ability to pay your bills before pay day through PayActiv: https://www.payactiv.com/employees/

• Convenient location on BUS LINE!

• Free parking

• 24/7 fitness center

• Generous paid time off and holidays

• On-site child care

• Employee Assistance Plan

• Cell phone discounts

• Recognition activities and events

St. John’s is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.