Home Care Supervisor

Community LIFE; Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 Weeks Paid Time Off

7 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Automatic Contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement at the federal rate

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

A community-based care organization is seeking a Home Care Supervisor to provide essential guidance to Community Care Aides. The supervisor will strengthen the relationship between the Home Care Department and the Inter Disciplinary Team, while also developing partnerships with families. The ideal candidate will have five years of direct care experience, strong interpersonal skills, and certifications in nursing or therapy. This position offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits including paid time off and insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• 5 years of direct care experience with at least 1 year of experience working with the frail and elderly population.
• Experience teaching patients and other health care workers preferred.
• Valid Pennsylvania COTA/L, PTA, CNA or LPN license. Valid PA Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent supervision to Community Care Aides using effective communication and guidance.
• Strengthen the relationship between the Home Care Department and the Inter Disciplinary Team (IDT).
• Develop partnerships with families and caregivers.
• Make in-home visits as necessary for assessment and on-going case management.

Skills

Knowledge of the medical, social, and emotional needs of a frail, elderly population

Strong interpersonal relationship skills

Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with others

Proactive approach

Crisis intervention skill

Effective written and oral communication skills

Strong organizational and planning skills

Working knowledge of durable medical equipment (DME)

Interest in geriatrics and community-based programming

Education

Accredited nursing program for LPN or CNA

Program approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association

PA Driver’s License

Job description

Currently offering a $2,500 sign on bonus for this position

Location: Homestead, PA

Schedule: 7:30a-4p M-F with on call rotation + as needed based on participant care

Summary of Job Duties

The Home Care Supervisor (HCS) will provide consistent supervision to Community Care Aides using effective communication and guidance. This person will strengthen the relationship between the Home Care Department and the Inter Disciplinary Team (IDT). This person will provide hands on leadership in all aspects of home care. The HCS will develop partnerships with families and caregivers. The HCS may be required to make in-home visits as necessary for assessment and on-going case management. This position will participate in weekend/on-call rotation.

Benefits

• 5 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Automatic Contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement at the federal rate

Required Education

• Accredited nursing program for LPN or CNA.
• Program approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Required Experience

5 years of direct care experience with at least 1 year of experience working with the frail and elderly population. 2 years of supervisory experience. Experience teaching patients and other health care workers preferred.

Required Certifications/Licensure

Valid Pennsylvania COTA/L, PTA, CNA or LPN license. Valid PA Driver’s License

Required Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the medical, social, and emotional needs of a frail, elderly population.
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with others
• Proactive approach
• Working knowledge of durable medical equipment (DME)
• Crisis intervention skill
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Must be able to work independently and to utilize critical decision-making skills.
• Working knowledge of utilization review, quality assurance and managed health care concepts.
• Ability to work with the interdisciplinary team approach to care for the elderly.
• Working knowledge of local health care and geriatric service networks.
• Basic working knowledge of Windows operating systems, e-mail, word processing.
• Able to deliver services in a compassionate, responsive, and courteous manner.
• Able to work effectively with staff, participants, providers, and referral sources.
• Interest in geriatrics and community-based programming.

About us

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.