Adult Home Care Aide (Per Diem) - MERCY HAVEN : Job Details

Join a Meaningful Profession with Mercy Haven!

Discover the difference between a job and a fulfilling career by becoming a vital part of Mercy Haven's mission. We are dedicated to providing homes and services to diverse populations in crisis, including those living with mental illness, homeless families, veterans, domestic violence victims and the elderly. Recognized as a Newsday Top Workplace on Long Island for three years, we invest in our employees' success and offer an excellent benefits package.

We are currently seeking a passionate individual for the position of a Per Diem Adult Home Care Aide. In this crucial role, you will be based at the Pleasant Gardens Adult Home, a 26-bed facility which provides 24-hour supervision, personal care, meals, housekeeping, laundry service, transportation, daily recreational activities, and medication management.

Responsibilities:

* Administer medications and assist residents with daily routines, including dressing and grooming.

* Make residents' beds and ensure linens are changed weekly or as needed.

* Prepare, cook, and serve meals and snacks according to dietary needs.

* Perform laundry tasks for residents' linens and personal clothing.

* Maintain cleanliness and organization through regular housekeeping and adhering to the cleaning schedule.

* Monitor and restock personal hygiene supplies for residents.

* Document incidents and complete the daily census accurately.

* Ensure the safety of resident rooms and common areas, assisting with additional tasks as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

* High School Diploma or Equivalency

* Experience working with elderly preferred

* Valid NYS Driver's License in good standing

* Physical Requirements: Sits, stands, stoops, squats, walks, and moves intermittently during work hours, may push or pull 10-15 pounds daily, may push or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally, drive agency vehicle

* Training in First Aid and CPR required

* Successful completion of annual Physical and PPD

Day (7am-3pm), Evening (3pm-11pm) and Overnight (11pm-7am) shifts available!

Location: Pleasant Gardens Adult Home in Bayport, NY

Learn more at mercyhaven.org!

MERCY HAVEN IS COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST AN APPLICANT OR EMPLOYEE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, GENETIC PREDISPOSITION, CREED, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, VETERAN STATUS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIM STATUS, DISABILITY OR ANY OTHER PROTECTED CATEGORY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.