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Career Opportunities
IN HOME CARE SERVICES Senior Services has job opportunities in many disciplines throughout all states. Job openings are based on need and client demand in each location. We typically have a large need for caregivers. See the listing below for the job description that best fits you.

 Caregivers:


Certified Nursing Assistant [CNA]
Home Health Aide [HHA]

Position: Home Health Aide (HHA) / Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Supervised By: Administrative Coordinator or Director of Operations

Qualifications:
One or more of the following criteria: One year minimum of continuous experience as a Home Health Aide or Nurse Aide in a health care environment; Completion of a State (or similarly accredited) Home Health Aide or Nurse Aide training program; Completion of one year of classroom and clinical training from an accredited nursing program, medical assistance program, or other applicable direct care training program.
Satisfactory compliance with ComForcare bonding criteria.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with clients, families, co-workers, and all supervisors in the English language .
Ability to accurately follow and process written and verbal instructions.
Satisfactorily demonstrate and perform competency in clinical skills through competency checklist and skills demonstration test.
Minimum score of 80% on competency exam (NLN Test).
Physical requirements:
Eighteen years of age or older.
Visual and hearing capacities functioning at a level sufficient enough to provide for the supervisory and physical care needs of clients.
Job description
The HHA/CNA provides specifically defined, non-medical care services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to enable the client to remain in the home. The HHA/CNA is a non-licensed health care employee who provides personal care and homemaking services in the home setting to clients and families who are unable to perform these activities independently. The HHA/CNA conforms to all agency policies and procedures including providing care, compliance with the agency Bill of Rights, observing client/family confidentiality, and adhering to agency dress code.

Routine duties - personal care services
Bathing, assistance with dressing, nail and skin care, back care, foot care, shampoo and oral hygiene.
Assistance with ambulation, transfers, range of motion exercise, safe use of equipment and assistive devices, (walker, crutches, cane) change of position.
Assistance with toileting; use of bedpan, commode, or urinal; incontinent care.
Meal planning, preparation, and assistance with feeding.
Emotional support and motivation through conversation, encouragement and recreational activities.
Maintenance of appropriate agency records.
Present and conduct themselves in a professional manner according to agency policy.
Adhere to infection control and safety procedures which are in accordance with agency policy.
Household management
Light Housekeeping- including changing of bed linens, vacuuming, sweeping, dusting of client's environment, emptying client's wastebaskets and garbage. Refrigerators are defrosted, when necessary, if client or caretaker is unable to do so. Cleaning of the bathroom includes bathtub, sink, and toilet. The floor should be vacuumed and mopped if it becomes wet. Cleaning of kitchen includes washing dishes, counter tops and the floor.
Personal laundry- That laundry that is essential to client's health care. Laundry for any family members or others in the same home is not the responsibility of caregiver.
Grocery shopping.
Services that are not permitted by companions, but are permitted by HHA/CNAs
Catheter Care- Emptying catheter bags and measuring intake/output.
Monitor/Record vital signs.
Provide care for any assistive devices/equipment (braces, slings, walker, and/or hoses).
Monitor intake and/or output.
Provide diabetic care, including monitoring hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, urine testing, and preparation of special diet.
Provide incontinent care- changing briefs, etc...
Companions can provide assistance in basic patient transfers as long as the patient has been assessed as capable of ambulating without assistance and/or another trained caregiver (including family) is involved .
Application of warm/cold compresses for any clinical symptoms. A companion can prepare a compress under patient, nurse, or administrator direction in an emergency situation.
Assistance with Range of Motion exercises.
Exceptions can only be made at discretion of Director of Operations and RN/SW assigned to case.


Home Companion (position description)

Position: Home Companion

Supervised by: Administrative Coordinator or Director of Operations

Minimum qualifications:
Current Driver's License, Proof of automobile insurance, and daily availability of a car for business use.
Satisfactory compliance with ComForcare bonding criteria.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with clients, families, co-workers, and all supervisors. Including ability to proficiently follow and process written and verbal instruction in the English language.
Satisfactorily demonstrate and perform competency in direct care skills through completion of competency checklist.
Desired qualification:
Six months of continuous direct care/home care experience.

Physical requirements
Eighteen years of age or older.
Visual and hearing capacities functioning at a level sufficient enough to provide for the supervisory and physical care needs of clients.
Job description:
The Home Companion provides specifically defined, non-skilled health care services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to enable the client to remain in the home.

The home Companion is a non-licensed health care employee who provides personal care and light housekeeping services in the home setting of clients and families who are unable to perform these activities independently. The Home Companion conforms to all agency policies and procedures including providing care in compliance with the agency Bill of Rights, observing client and family confidentiality, and adherence to agency dress code.

General responsibilities:
Meal planning, preparation, and assistance with feeding.
Emotional support and motivation through conversation, encouragement and recreational activities.
Maintenance of appropriate agency records.
Present and conduct themselves in a professional manner according to the agency.
Adhere to infection control and safety procedures that are in accordance with policy.
Household management:
Light Housekeeping- including changing of bed linens, vacuuming, sweeping, dusting of client's environment, emptying client's wastebaskets and garbage. Refrigerators are defrosted, when necessary, if client or caretaker is unable to do so. Cleaning of the bathroom includes bathtub, sink, and toilet. The floor should be vacuumed and mopped if it becomes wet. Cleaning of kitchen includes washing dishes, counter tops and the floor.
Personal laundry- That laundry that is essential to client's health care. Laundry for any family members or others in the same home is not the responsibility of caregiver.
Grocery shopping.
Performance standards:
Provides care in compliance with agency's established protocols and as specifically outlined in the client's service plan in a competent, safe, and timely manner.
Documents activities on required agency records.
Submits paperwork in a timely manner per agency policy.
Observes, reports and documents client's status and care provisions in a timely manner a according to agency policy.
Attends mandatory in-services.
Attends additional in-services as schedule allows.
Functions in a positive and professional manner.
Services that are not permitted by home companions:
Companions do not provide any of the following "hands-on" care:

Administration of medications (companions may remind and assist under nurse's care plan).
Administration of enemas or douches.
Assisting with any tube feeding.
Providing any IV procedures.
Administration or setup of oxygen.
Monitor/Record vital signs.
Provide care for any assistive devices/equipment (braces, slings, walker, and/or hoses).
Monitor intake and/or output.
Provide diabetic care, including monitoring hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, urine testing, and preparation of special diet.
Collecting specimens of any body fluids.
Provide incontinent care- changing briefs, etc...
Personal care such as bathing, toileting, dressing, etc...
Companions can provide assistance in basic patient transfers as long as the patient has been assessed as capable of ambulating without assistance and/or another trained caregiver (including family) is involved .
Application of warm/cold compresses for any clinical symptoms. A companion canprepare a compress under patient, nurse, or ComForcare administrator direction in an emergency situation.
Assist with Range of Motion exercises.



Personal Care Aide
If you are compassionate and want to make a difference in the lives of the elderly each and every day, you should consider becoming a Caregiver.

We offer flexible schedules that accommodate your personal or academic calendars. Work as much as you want to!
 



 Social Workers:
(position description)

Position: Social Work Care Manager (SW)

Supervised by: Director of Operations

Minimum qualifications:
Current State Social Work license.
One year of continuous social work experience or equivalent.
Ability to meet bonding criteria.
Valid driver's license, available personal vehicle, and proof of current auto insurance.
Concise verbal, written, and organizational skills.
Desired qualifications:
Extensive assessment skills.
Experience working with JCAHO standards.
At least two years of nursing experience, and ACLS certification.
Physical requirements:
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with clients, families, co-workers, and all supervisors. Including ability to proficiently follow and process written and verbal instructions in the English language. Hearing and visual capacities sufficient for accurate communication with all patients and co-workers, including assessment and recording of clinical information. The ability to lift, turn, and transfer clients in need.

Job description:
The SW is responsible for assessing and reassessing the needs- including the cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental- of clients and their families. The SW is not responsible for assessing hi-tech personal care needs of clients. The SW develops an appropriate and individual care plan, collaborating with other health care providers as needed, and is responsible for teaching/counseling clients regarding self-care and evaluating client response to care provided. Acting as the care coordinator for assigned individuals/ families, the SW initiates referrals as necessary, supervises and directs Home Companions, Home Health Aides, families, and other caregivers regarding care of the client.

General responsibilities:
Adhere to agency infection control and safety procedures by performing and documenting observations, procedures, and interventions in the home according to the established care plan in a safe and competent manner.
Effectively communicate and interact with clients/caregivers and families in a supportive manner.
Management of client caseload and associated or other delegated work responsibilities in an effective manner within the resources of the agency and according to agency standards.
Interpretation of ComForcare programs and policies as appropriate to clients and members of the community.
Participates in the continuing commitment for quality care, including attendance at mandatory agency staff meetings.
Assessment responsibilities:
Initiation of the Care Plan including the securing and updating of complete and accurate health information on a timely basis.
Development of Care Plan based on an assessment and identification of the environmental, physical, and psychosocial needs of the client/family.
Teach, coordinate, and supervise family members and other agency personnel (HHAs, companions, and administrative staff) in the care of the client.
Reassessment responsibilities:
Evaluate client, family, and agency caregiver(s) response and compliance with care. Update the Care Plan to reflect changes in the client/family needs, abilities, and resources every three months.
Interpret and document, on a timely basis, care provided to ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies, including all client clinical records.



 Handyman

Current handyman business or handymen are welcome for basic home repairs and assistance in home repairs.



 Nurses:
Registered Nurses (position description)
Licensed Practical Nurses

Position: Registered Nurse Care Manager (RN)

Supervised by: Director of Operations

Minimum qualifications:
Current State Registered Nurse license and CPR certification. Graduate of an accredited nursing program. One year of continuous nursing experience or equivalent. Ability to meet bonding criteria. Valid driver's license, available personal vehicle, and proof of current auto insurance. Concise verbal, written, and organizational skills.

Desired qualifications:
At least one year of Home Health Care experience. Extensive assessment skills. Experience working with JCAHO standards. At least two years of nursing experience, and ACLS certification.

Physical requirements:
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with clients, families, co-workers, and all supervisors. Including ability to proficiently follow and process written and verbal instructions in the English language. Hearing and visual capacities sufficient for accurate communication with all patients and co-workers, including assessment and recording of clinical information. The ability to lift, turn, and transfer clients in need.

Job description:
The RN is responsible for assessing and reassessing the nursing needs, including the physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs of clients and their families. The RN develops an appropriate and individual care plan, collaborating with the client's primary physician as needed, and is responsible for teaching/counseling clients regarding self-care and evaluating client response to care provided. Acting as the clinical care coordinator for assigned individuals/ families, the RN initiates referrals as necessary, supervises and directs Home Companions, Home Health Aides, families, and other caregivers regarding care of the client.

General responsibilities:
Adhere to agency infection control and safety procedures by performing and documenting nursing observations, procedures, and interventions in the home according to the established care plan in a safe and competent manner.
Effectively communicate and interact with clients/caregivers and families in a supportive manner.
Management of client caseload and associated or other delegated work responsibilities in an effective manner within the resources of the agency and according to agency standards.
Interpretation of ComForcare programs and policies as appropriate to clients and members of the community.
Participates in the continuing commitment for quality care, including attendance at mandatory agency staff meetings.
Assessment responsibilities:
Initiation of the Care Plan including the securing and updating of complete and accurate physician orders on a timely basis.
Development of Care Plan based on an assessment and identification of the environmental, behavioral, physical, and psychosocial needs of the client/family.
Teach, coordinate, and supervise family members and other agency personnel (HHAs, companions, nurses, and administrative staff) in the care of the client.
Reassessment responsibilities:
Evaluate client, family, and agency caregiver(s) response and compliance with care. Update the Care Plan to reflect changes in the client/family needs, abilities, and resources every three months.
Interpret and document, on a timely basis, nursing care provided to ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies, including all client clinical records.


 Office Staff

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant (position description)

Position: Administrative Assistant,  Supervised By: Director of Operations

Reports to: HR & Finance Specialist (Reports to Director of Operations in absence of HR & Finance Specialist)

Qualifications:
Compliance with all company bonding criteria.
Eighteen years of age or older, with U.S. citizenship and/or equivalent employment eligibility authorization.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with clients, co-workers, and all supervisors.
High school diploma, or equivalent General Education Degree.
Routine Duties:
Telephone and reception duties. Including working at front desk as primary receptionist.
Performing weekly inventory assessments of office supplies, including all paperwork. Administrative Assistant will take ownership of this responsibility to assure that all office supplies will be available when needed.
Organize incoming documentation for accountant, and file flow sheets in client files.
Maintain and organize client files- including the thinning of client files as needed.
Coordinate the filing and updating of quality assurance information in the employee personnel files and within the company software package.
Compilation of employee orientation packets, applications, client intake packets for case openings, and marketing packets for outside sales staff.
Processing of application materials for field staff.
Data entry relevant to scheduling, sales and human resources databases.
Assist with special project coordination at the discretion of the Director or AA. ComForcare encourages involvement in growth opportunities for all administrative staff in order to prepare staff for promotional opportunities.



Administrative Coordinator (position description)

Position: Administrative Coordinator (AC)

Supervised By : Director of Operations

Qualifications:
Compliance with ComForcare bonding criteria.
Eighteen years of age or older, with U.S. citizenship and/or equivalent employment eligibility authorization.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with clients, co-workers, and all supervisors.
High school diploma. Associates or Bachelor's degree strongly recommended.
At least 3 years experience in administrative capacities, with experience relevant to scheduling, customer service, and computer operation. Extensive experience in the home care field considered in lieu of other experience.
Ability to perform multiple tasks under strict deadlines.
Routine Duties:
Coordinator's primary responsibilities involve daily coordination of client schedules. The coordinator is responsible for staffing clients with agency-deemed suitable employees and assuring maximum employee attendance ratios. Staffing responsibilities include emergency staffing, coordinating monthly availability of field staff, responding to customer requests in an efficient and professional manner, reporting customer/employee concerns to relevant supervisory staff, briefing new employees to client care plans for initial visits, and initiating disciplinary action for employees.
Payroll coordination- Coordinating employee flow sheets with client schedules, data entry of billing and payroll data into software system, follow-up with field staff who are delinquent with paperwork..
Employee recruitment. ComForcare Senior Services strives to match only the highest quality employees with each client. Therefore, all schedulers are involved in the screening, interviewing, processing, and orientation of employees.
Preparation of monthly staffing and operations summaries, and contribution in weekly staff meetings.
Various clerical duties, at the discretion of the Director, including maintaining quality assurance procedures through updates of client files, answering incoming calls, and miscellaneous filing.
The Administrative Coordinator is responsible for after-hours on-call scheduling duties during alternating weeknight and weekend hours. These duties include fielding urgent client and employee calls, coordinating staffing substitutions, and coordinating new client intakes. On-call duties are restricted to telephone coordination only (no off-site travel), and are initiated only after complete familiarity with scheduling position.
Administrative Coordinator will assist with special project coordination at the discretion of the Director of Operations. ComForcare Senior Services encourages involvement in growth opportunities for all administrative staff in order to prepare staff for promotional opportunities.



Marketing/Business Development Coordinator (position description)

Position: Business Development Coordinator (BDC)

Supervised By: Director of Operations

Qualifications:
Compliance with ComForcare bonding criteria.
Eighteen years of age or older, with U.S. citizenship and/or equivalent employment eligibility authorization.
Superior ability to effectively communicate and interact with customers, clients, co-workers, and all supervisors.
High school diploma. Associates or Bachelor's degree strongly recommended.
At least 3 years experience in sales and marketing capacities- with experience relevant to account acquisition and development in the health care field.
Routine Duties:
Ultimate goal of position is controlled and sustained company growth while maintaining and assuring high standards of service. This includes responding to customer requests in an efficient and professional manner, while reporting customer/employee comments and concerns to relevant supervisory staff.
Sales efforts will be focused primarily on travel in the franchise territory, initial training time by the Director of Operations will be required.
Sales goals and objectives will be planned and discussed prior to significant efforts being expended. ComForcare management will provide input as to how and where to most efficiently allocate sales efforts. This position will provide significant autonomy within the broad constraints of predetermined goals and objectives. Frequent planning and debriefing meetings will be required to interpret and communicate sales progress, including regular staff meetings to update all administrative personnel.
Accurate and timely sales logs will be utilized to help correlate sales efforts with results and to meet IRS expense reporting purposes.
Sales efforts will emphasize establishment and nurturing of meaningful and productive referral sources that can provide ComForcare ongoing and consistent clients. Major referral groups will be prioritized for contact based on highest probability of success and compatibility with services provided by ComForcare.
The Business Development Coordinator will assist with special project coordination at the discretion of the Director of Operations, such as expansion of existing programs. ComForcare encourages involvement in growth opportunities for all administrative staff in order to prepare staff for promotional opportunities.



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