LIFE Specialist

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-1 benefits

DailyPay

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Vendor discounts

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Life Specialist for the PACE program in New Jersey. The role involves personal care, health monitoring, and support for elderly participants in a day program setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and an active CNA or HHA certification in the state of employment, plus at least one year of relevant experience. Travel and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active CNA or HHA certification in the state of employment required.
• Minimum of one year of experience with frail or elderly populations.
• Experience in long-term care or senior services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care such as bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, eating, and mobility support.
• Monitor health status and report changes to the team.
• Assist with clinic activities: taking vital signs, escorting to exam rooms, and preparing participants for care.
• Support safety by identifying hazards and responding to emergencies.
• Assist with recreational activities, meals, housekeeping, and participant engagement.
• Escort participants to appointments and maintain confidentiality of documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to support person-centered care.

Skills

CNA certification

HHA certification

Experience with frail elderly

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Life Specialist Location - PACE New Jersey Hours- Monday - Friday 8-430 Shift - First Full Time Life Specialist to provide personal care, support, and wellness services for participants in a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) environment.

Position Highlights and Benefits: Day-1 Benefits (Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans). Opportunity to get paid daily – through DailyPay Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans.

• Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, eating, and mobility support.
• Monitor participants' health status and report changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions.
• Assist with clinic activities, including taking vital signs, escorting participants to exam rooms, preparing participants for care, and maintaining exam room supplies.
• Support participant safety by identifying hazards and responding appropriately to emergencies.
• Assist with recreational activities, meal service, housekeeping, and participant engagement.
• Escort participants to medical and other appointments as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participant confidentiality.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support participant-centered care.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) certification in the state of employment required.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with frail or elderly populations, or willingness to complete specialized training upon hire.
• Experience in long-term care, senior services, or community-based geriatric programs preferred.
• Reliable transportation required.

What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate is caring, patient, team-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional service while upholding our mission, values, and dedication to participant-centered care.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.

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