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SalaryJob Announcement: Come join the Longview Team as a Full-Time or Per Diem 1st shift from 6:45 am until 3:15 pm Home Health Aide where legacy meets innovation and where staff work together to create a team environment while assisting older adults in our community.
Longview is a vital nonprofit organization serving older adults in the Ithaca community enriching lives for over 50 years. Our commitment to engaging living by providing independent, assisted, enhanced assisted living, and adult day facilities uniquely positions us to offer an unparalleled solution to the evolving needs of our community. The unique value we bring people is fostering belonging and connections while addressing practical and emotional needs through comprehensive continuum of care by ensuring living well together. Longview serves people from ages 3-100+ and is committed to the well-being of mind, body, and spirit, including the values of kindness, dependability, integrity, inclusion, and accountability.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, the position requires the assisting of residents in activities of daily living and some housekeeping tasks.
JOB DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Assists residents in bathing, dressing, laundry, and other activities of daily living as indicated in the resident’s Individualized Service Plan. Assist with housekeeping tasks.
§ Monitors a central call light panel and provides the necessary assistance and / or first aid.
§ Ensures that residents are informed of all community activities and assists individual residents in participating in any activity that they may desire.
§ Make rounds of the facility at regularly scheduled intervals to check the facility and the safety of the residents.
§ Documentation in Eldermark Software.
§ Works with Resident Services Director, Case Managers, and the Assisted Living Administrator in reviewing resident’s needs such as reporting changes in condition and / or participates in establishing interventions for residents.
§ Assists residents in maintaining independence: obtaining transportation and medical services; and completing weekly menus.
§ Performs other duties as assigned by Resident Services Director or LPN Supervisor on duty. Other duties may include but are not limited to requiring the Resident Aide who holds a current NYS Home Health Aide certificate to perform tasks within that scope of care tasks.
EDUCATION and EXPEREINCE:
§ Possesses a high school diploma or GED
§ Home Health Aide Certificate preferred
BENEFITS:
§ Free Ithaca College credits, limited supply, first come first serve
§ Free access to the Ithaca College’s pool, fitness facilities, and library
§ Dental, health, and vision insurance for employee and family coverage available
§ Health savings plan
§ Paid sick, vacation and holiday time off
§ Life insurance
§ Tax-deferred retirement savings plan and SEP-IRA Pension Plan
§ Employee Assistance Program
§ Longevity bonuses
PAY: $16.65 to $18.65 per hour
SCHEDULE: 6:45 am until 3:15 pm
DEI statement: Longview is committed to providing jobs for all types and sizes, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.65 - $18.65 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Supplemental schedule:
- Extended hours
- Holidays
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
Work setting:
- In-person
- Long term care
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
- Ithaca, NY 14850: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
