Caregiver

Company: St. Paul's Senior Services
Location: El Cajon
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

St. Paul's Senior Services is excited to announce an amazing opportunity to be part of 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 job requires constant transportation from participants houses. Position can be hired as a PCA/Caregiver or a CNA/Certified Nurse AssistantUnder the direction and supervision of the In-Home Services CNA Supervisor, responsible for providing and assisting participants with activities of daily living, restorative and supportive care necessary to the preservation of the home environment. Assists in monitoring and reporting the health status, and providing a safe environment for the PACE participants of St. Paul's PACE Functions as a member of interdisciplinary team.Licenses and Certifications:Successful completion of First Aid and CPR training in person with the American Heart Association. Must have a valid driver's credentials and reliable transportation.Qualifications and Requirements: Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Experience: A minimum of one year's experience in working with the frail or elderly population required. Shall have either training or related experience in the job assigned.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. Under the direction and supervision of the In-Home Services CNA Supervisor assists participants in the home with the following duties: Personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care and bathing. Assists participants in and out of bed assisting with ambulation Assisting with prescribed exercise which participants and aide have been taught by appropriate personnel Prepares meals, including therapeutic diets, assists participants with meals. Assist participants to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans, or urinals. Assisting participants with medications which are ordinarily self-administeredINDLPSt. Paul's Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life Paid time off (PTO) Education reimbursement St. Paul's is a qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer 403(b) with match Child care available Employee referral bonuses Upward mobility!St. Paul's is committed to protecting our employees and our seniors from COVID-19. As such, and in compliance with the California Department of Public Health, St. Paul's mandates that all newly hired employees be vaccinated, and boosted, to prevent COVID-19. If you cannot vaccinate due to medical and/or religious reasons, please contact our HR Department.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

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