Job description

L’Arche Erie seeks a Health Care Assistant! Ideal candidates will be aligned with L’Arche values and have at least two years’ experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. Candidates must possess a LPN (State of PA). It is preferred that the candidate have at least one year of clinical or other related experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists Health Care Coordinator with Core Members’ health needs when necessary, including but not limited to vitals, documentation, and observation; addressing change of health needs as appropriate
• Assists the Health Care Coordinator in monitoring day-to-day health and medical needs of the Core Members according to PA State regulations
• Acts as liaison between L’Arche homes, doctor’s offices, and pharmacies
• Scans Core Members’ records into the EHR and file, as necessary
• Conducts annual Health Risk Screening Assessment, at minimum once per year
• Assists with auditing of MARS, medical records and any other info, as needed
• Reviews physician orders to ensure diagnoses are noted
• Accompanies core members to appointments, as needed
• Participates in rotation of Nursing On-Call responsibilities
• Completes all required trainings, as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid driver's license and good driving record
• Clearances (Act 34 and FBI if out of state)
• Ability to relate respectfully to others, to listen attentively and communicate clearly and directly – orally and in writing
• Adhere to and support the mission and vision of L’Arche
• Exceptional independent judgment and ability to perform the role with a high degree of initiative

L’Arche Erie, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Erie, PA 16505: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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