Respite Care Aide - Dignified Short-Term Healing

Mercy Haven, Inc.; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Generous Paid Time Off

Life Insurance provided

403(b) Retirement Savings

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mercy Haven, Inc. on Long Island is opening the area’s first Medical Respite Program in Bay Shore, providing short-term recuperative care for people experiencing homelessness or unstable housing.

This 10-bed program aims to help recipients recover in a safe, supportive setting and to heal with dignity. The Respite Support Staff role covers nonclinical support, ADL assistance, and collaboration with the care team; shifts include mornings, afternoons, and overnights.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Current or prior registration as CNA/HHA/Personal Care Worker or 1 year of related experience.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required.
• Annual Physical and PPD completion required.
• Electronic Health Record experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, supportive environment for recipients in the medical respite program.
• Monitor daily activities of daily living and census data.
• Notify care team and Administrator of changes or emergencies.
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks; maintain daily wellness checks.
• Daily cleaning and linen/Laundry duties for the program.
• Observe and document recipients' conditions and incidents.
• Conduct monthly fire drills as assigned.
• Adhere to Mercy Haven and DOH policies and procedures.

Skills

CPR certification

First Aid Certification

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

CNA/HHA/Personal Care Worker registration or equivalent experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Mercy Haven, Inc. on Long Island is opening the area’s first Medical Respite Program in Bay Shore, providing short-term recuperative care for people experiencing homelessness or unstable housing.

This 10-bed program aims to help recipients recover in a safe, supportive setting and to heal with dignity. The Respite Support Staff role covers nonclinical support, ADL assistance, and collaboration with the care team; shifts include mornings, afternoons, and overnights.