Patient Care Assistant Attendant - UnityPoint Health : Job Details

Overview

Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants and Techs;

FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0

Department: Milestones-Cedar Rapids

Shift: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

AbbeHealth Services - is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.

Milestones Adult Day Health Center, is a subsidiary of AbbeHealth Services located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Are you a compassionate, fun, and caring person looking for a rewarding career in care-giving but you don't want to work weekends? Milestones is seeking a dedicated Universal worker to provide care and supervision to adults with physical and cognitive disabilities at our Cedar Rapids location.

Why UnityPoint Health?

* Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience aculture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.

* Benefits -Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.

* Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment- We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.

* Development- We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.

* Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.

* Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization's commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.

* Assist participants with activities of daily living, personal cares and goal achievement.

* Implement and lead fun and exciting activities for participants.

* Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.

* Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.

Qualifications

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Education

Must be at least 18 years old, High School/GED preferred.

Qualifications/Experience

An ideal candidate will have an interest in working with people diagnosed with intellectual disabilities, mental illness and/or dementia. Two years of experience working with the mental health and/or behavioral health population preferred. Valid Iowa Driver's License required.

* Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs;

* FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;

* Department: Milestones - CR;

* Shift: Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm;

* Job ID: 156274;