Restorative Care Aide

The Verland Foundation Inc.; Sewickley (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance (UPMC

HSA

Dependent Care FSA

403b with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive PTO

8 paid holidays

Incentive in lieu of medical coverage

Career development

Whole person wellbeing

Mental health resources

Job summary

Verland Foundation Inc. in Sewickley, PA is seeking a Restorative Care Aide (RCA) to assist licensed staff in the Habilitation Services Department. The role includes clinical and clerical tasks, transporting residents, and implementing care plans with emphasis on ROM, mobility, and self-care.

This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position. The RCA will support a range of therapies under supervision, participate in team meetings, provide staff training on safety, and ensure documentation

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT) or equivalent background.
• Two+ years’ experience in rehabilitation with licensed professionals preferred.
• Completion of a Restorative or Rehabilitation Nurse Training Program preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR and Basic Life Support certification via AHA within six months of hire.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes basic medical knowledge to conduct programs as per the plan of care.
• Support client care delivery per standards and policies.
• Arrange Restorative Services per care plan and resident schedules.
• Communicate with the Interdisciplinary Team regarding progress.
• Provide training on lifting techniques and safety.
• Monitor mealtime programs for proper positioning.
• Complete documentation such as 90-day reviews and treatment notes.
• Order and manage adaptive equipment.
• Participate in HSD clinics and safety programs.

Skills

CNA

PCT

Rehabilitation experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Driver's license

CPR/BLS

Education

CNA or PCT equivalent background

Two+ years in rehabilitation with licensed professionals

Restorative or Rehabilitation Nurse Training (preferred)

High School Diploma or GED

CPR and BLS certification (AHA within 6 months)

Valid driver's license

Job description

Restorative Care Aide

Verland Foundation Inc. Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

Description: The Restorative Care Aide (RCA) assists in the provision of care under the direct and indirect supervision of the licensed clinical staff in the Habilitation Services Department (HSD), including but not limited to, PT, OT, and SLP. The RCA may provide support to other professionals within the HSD and may have intermittent direct and indirect Nursing supervision as per practice standards. Additionally, the RCA provides both clinical and clerical support as required by Verland. This may include transporting individuals as necessary in a safe, comfortable, courteous, timely, and professional manner via prescribed transport vehicles. The RCA may conduct programs that are established by the licensed clinical staff to maintain such skills related, but not limited to: active and passive range of motion, mobility and ambulation, positioning, communication, recreation, self-care, and behavioral. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Shift available:

Full Time - 40 hours

7:30am - 6pm: Monday Thru Thursday

Contributions:

• Utilizes basic medical/nursing/therapeutic knowledge to conduct all maintenance-based programming as established in the licensed practitioner’s plan of care.
• Provides and supports client care delivery in accordance with established practice standards and facility/departmental/regulatory/payor policies and procedures for clinical setting and populations served.
• Arranges Restorative Services based on residents’ schedules and per program requirements and as per plan of care.
• Facilitates and encourages ongoing, open communication with the licensed clinical staff regarding residents’ plans of care, goals, and progression of RCA treatment.
• Consistently informs the licensed clinician of clients’ verbal and non-verbal responses to treatment.
• Provides training/in-service orientation to designated staff regarding proper lifting techniques, positioning, body mechanics, orthotic equipment, splints, dressing techniques, transporting techniques, adaptive equipment, safety procedures, and other pertinent training as identified by the Interdisciplinary Team and/or consultants.
• Monitors and assists with mealtime programs in the Adult Training Facility (ATF) and/or residences to ensure proper positioning techniques and procedures are adhered to by designated staff.
• Completes all necessary documentation such as 90-day reviews, treatment notes, procedures, and observations as requested in the ATF and residences. Participates in all annual, quarterly, and interim team meetings as requested.
• Orders, distributes, monitors, and manages the individuals’ adaptive equipment for defects and/or other concerns.
• Applies and monitors splints.
• Assists the Adaptive Equipment Specialist with alterations and/or repairs to adaptive equipment.
• Communicates effectively, consistently, and in a timely fashion with all members of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Assists with the organization and execution of HSD clinics, including but not limited to, wheelchair, orthotics, physiatry, and shoe clinics.
• Maintains therapy department in a clean and orderly condition. Cleans equipment and care areas per approved standards.
• Performs routine clerical support tasks, which may include daily logs, ordering supplies, and collection of HSD statistics.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for clients, visitors, and staff.
• Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.
• Participates in all infection control, department equipment training, regulatory compliance, organizational safety, and fire safety programs.

Exceptional Benefits:

Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Requirements:

• Verbal and written communication skills are necessary to present ideas, programs, and progress reports concerning individuals to staff, parents, and other departments.
• The ability to interact well with all departments is essential
• Must demonstrate good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Employee should be able to transfer clients, lift weights, transport clients, and assist with treatment on the mat or during ambulation, exercise, and activities.
• Employee should be knowledgeable in and exercise appropriate body mechanics during treatment.

Minimum Training and Experience

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), or have an equivalent medical/educational/experiential background.
• Two or more years’ experience in rehabilitation, working alongside licensed clinical professionals, is preferred.
• Completion of a Restorative or Rehabilitation Nurse Training Program is preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Requires CPR and Basic Life Support certification through AHA within six (6) months of hire.
• Requires familiarity with Windows operating systems, email communication, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.