Personal Care Specialist

Company: Element Care
Location: Gloucester
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

Great Life work Balance position with excellent benefits! We are seeking Personal Care Specialist who is passionate about providing quality care to the geriatric population. The Personal Care Specialist serves as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team. Under the direction of a licensed nurse, incumbent participates in all aspects of the planning, implementation and evaluation of personal care and safety for the participants at the ADH and in the community. This is a full-time position, Monday- Friday 8-4 position; no nights, weekends or holidays!
Location: Gloucester, MA
Responsibilities:

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• Assists participants with all aspects of personal care at the site, and in the community, as directed.
  
• Assists with meals at the site, including 1:1 feedings. Follows all diet and fluid restrictions, and encourages diet compliance.
  
• Assists Nursing with specimen collections, oxygen and vital sign monitoring.
  
• Reports all medical complaints/changes (participant's physical, cognitive and/or functional status) to the primary nurse.
  
• Perform other duties as required.
  Qualifications:
  
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  • High School diploma or equivalent.
    
  • HHA certification or equivalent.
    
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience with the geriatric population.
    
  • Ability to relate well to elders and anticipate their needs.
    
  • Ability to perform vital signs, lifting of participants for transfer, and communication of participant changes.
    
  • Effective communication, verbal and written.
    
  • Consistently works in a positive and cooperative manner with team.
    
  • Intermediate Microsoft computer skills preferred.
    
  • Frequent local travel
    
    
    Benefits:
    
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    • Health insurance
      
    • Dental insurance
      
    • Vision insurance
      
    • Paid time off
      
    • Retirement plan
      
    • Supplemental benefits
      
      
      EEO Statement
      Element Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
      Element Care is committed to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment. PI200375328

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