Homecare Companion PCA/CNA at St. Paul's Senior Services

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activities Of Daily Living, Transfers, Ambulation, Safety, Documentation, Coordination, Personal Care, First Aid, CPR, CNA Certification, Communication, Time Management, Team Collaboration, Elderly Care, Medical Appointments, Grooming

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

San Diego’s St. Paul's PACE program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). This innovative program is for individuals 55 years or older, who are living with chronic illness, or disabilities and need coordinated medical care to continue living as independently as possible in their home and community. The healthcare teams at St. Paul’s PACE provide a hands-on approach coordinating medical, social, and home care services so individuals no longer need to manage their medical care alone. This is a Part Time Temporary position in our Homecare department with an anticpated duration of 6 months. Typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM. Job Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the In-Home Services CNA Supervisor, the Healthcare Companion and Delivery Assistants responsible for providing participants with 1-1 assistance with activities of daily living, transfers, ambulation, and ensuring safety during external medical appointments. Duties and Responsibilities: • Consults each day with the In-Home Services CNA Supervisor to be updated on St. Paul’s PACE participant’s status, changes in care plan and to confirm scheduled visits. • Independently follow the assigned schedule, ensuring timely arrival at all scheduled visits. • Report cancellations, unusual incidents, and any other pertinent information to the appropriate staff members in real time. • Document services provided in participant’s electronic medical record. • Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical companion services as needed. • Provide any needed assistance in the home to prepare for medical appointments i.e. bathing, grooming, meal prep, etc. • Personal ADL assistance (toileting, hygiene, dressing) as needed. • Assists participants with transfers and ambulation • Provide supervision throughout medical appointments as required to ensure participant safety • Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Requirements: Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. If CNA, completion of formal CNA training program. Successful completion of First Aid and CPR training in person with the American Heart Association. For CNAs, current California CNA certification. Valid driver’s credentials and reliable transportation is preferred but not required for the position. Experience: Minimum of one year’s experience working with the frail or elderly St. Paul’s Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life Same day pay available! Flexible Vacation Time - 17 days! Paid Sick Time Education reimbursement - up to $3,000 a year! Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer 403(b) with match Child care available Employee referral bonuses Upward mobility! You Make Us Who We Are! At St. Paul’s Senior Services, we believe a diverse workforce has driven our history of enriching the lives of senior communities in San Diego, which is why we are committed to cultivating an environment where you feel empowered, supported and respected. By valuing your unique perspective, voice, strengths, experience and background, we aim to foster a culture where you feel included and comfortable being your true self. You matter! St. Paul's is the leading provider of caring senior services since 1960. We have locations throughout San Diego County including 5 in San Diego (Bankers Hill), 2 in Chula Vista, and 1 in El Cajon. St. Paul's strives to be the most outstanding and innovative senior home and service provider in California. We are dedicated to serving the physical, spiritual and social needs of the elderly and community, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the highest quality facilities, health care and programs consistent with affordable costs. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO CLEAR FINGERPRINTS THROUGH DOJ AND FBI IN ADDITION TO A DRUG SCREEN CLEARANCE. To learn more about St. Paul’s Senior Services, please visit www.stpaulseniors.org. St. Paul’s Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Healthcare Companion and Delivery Assistant provides one-on-one assistance to participants with daily living activities and ensures their safety during medical appointments. They also document services provided and coordinate medical companion services as needed.