Supportive Health Assistant

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]