Per Diem Residence Aide

Good Shepherd Community Care; Wayland (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Earned Sick Time

403(b) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Regis College tuition discounts

Job summary

Good Shepherd Community Care is seeking per diem Residence Aide staff for our Wayland, MA hospice residence. The role involves providing compassionate end-of-life care to residents in a 10-bed facility, with shifts from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m.

Candidates should have a Home Health Aide or CNA credential, MA certification in good standing, and 2+ years in related fields. Benefits include competitive pay, earned sick time, and tuition assistance with Regis College.

Qualifications

• Hold a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant credential.
• Current Massachusetts certification in good standing is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in community health, long-term care, oncology, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Per Diem Residence Aide provides hospice client care within the hospice residence, aligned with the plan of care and Good Shepherd Care Guidelines.

Skills

Home Health Aide

Certified Nursing Assistant

Team player

Education

Massachusetts certification in good standing

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Good Shepherd Community Care Hospice Residence - Wayland, MA 01778, Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 Hourly, Per Diem Residence Aide

Named by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts for the last four years, our community-based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks experienced, talented, and compassionate per diem hospice aides to join our Residence, located in Wayland (MA). This is an exciting opportunity for hospice aides interested in providing end‑of‑life care at our 10‑bed hospice facility.

Job Responsibilities

The Per Diem Residence Aide provides hospice client care in the hospice residence within their scope of practice, consistent with the plan of care and in compliance with Good Shepherd Care Guidelines.

Schedule and Weekly Hours

• Day shifts from 7 am to 7 pm or night shifts from 7 pm to 7 am.

Education, Skills and Experience

• Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant
• Current Massachusetts certification in good standing
• A minimum of two years of prior experience in community health, long‑term care facility, oncology, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to be a team player and work harmoniously with patients, families, co‑workers, and management.

Good Shepherd Benefits

• Competitive rate
• Earned Sick Time
• 403(b) with company match eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program
• Partnership with Regis College for reduced tuition rates

Pay Range

$20- $23 (+$3 weekend differential/+$2 night differential): This number reflects an average starting hourly range for this position. Individual pay is determined through a variety of factors including experience, education, certifications, and skills and can exceed the range.

Industry

Healthcare

Employment Type

Per Diem

About Us

Good Shepherd Community Care is one of the most trusted health care organizations in Greater Boston focusing on hospice and palliative care. Founded as Hospice of the Good Shepherd in 1978, we are the original Massachusetts hospice. After decades of caring for our community, we continue to remain an independent, not-for-profit, non‑sectarian organization. We believe in the importance of mutual respect and acceptance and value diversity in our patients, families and caregivers, employees, volunteers, community, and partner organizations. We are committed to these values and honor the dignity of each individual through the care, support and education we provide. Our team members benefit from a collaborative work environment in a welcoming office, easily accessible to I-95, with on‑site parking in Newton.

Good Shepherd Community Care does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, marital status, pregnancy, religion or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services and activities.

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