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Catholic Charities of the Dioscese of Albany Supportive Health Assistant in Colonie, New York
Colonie, NY, US
Salary Range: $21.73 To $21.73 Hourly
Are you Ready to Launch Your Career?
Join us in our mission as a Supportive Health Assistant at Catholic Charities Disabilities Services.
Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.
At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!
As the Supportive Health Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:
Assisting the Nurse Manager, RN’s and LPN’s with managing the heath care needs of the individuals served in the agency’s Residential Program.
Remaining in communication with Program staff and management, providers, nurses, doctors, ER staff, case management, pharmacies, parents, guardians, advocates, school administrators and Agency leadership.
Providing direct support to individuals served in the agency as-needed.
Possessing knowledge of basic medical terms, proper medication administrations, and other clinical disciplines.
Supportive Health Assistant Minimum Salary: $21.73/hour
Supportive Health Assistant Maximum Salary: $21.73/hour
Supportive Health Assistant Schedule: M-F 8:30am – 5pm; May be required to work extended hours or a flexible schedule with short notice
Qualifications:
Valid NYS Driver’s License
High School Diploma or GED
2 years of experience as a Direct Support Professional in the I/DD field
We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:
- For benefit-eligible positions:
Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Retirement planning options
Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
A diverse and inclusive work environment
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
Exciting referral bonuses
Ongoing training and development
Recognition and Awards
Career Growth
A collaborative team culture
Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)