Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany·Colonie, New York
The Supportive Health Assistant assists nursing staff in managing the healthcare needs of individuals within a residential program. This includes coordinating with medical providers, pharmacies, and families while providing direct support to clients as needed.
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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.
$21.73/hour
$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
Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla]
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Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act]
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and a valid NYS Driver's License. A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Direct Support Professional in the I/DD field is required.
Market context
In New York, nursing roles like LPN positions are commonly driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and behavioral health settings. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer mental health, alcoholism, or chemical addiction experience, so a valid New York State LPN license and accredited nursing education matter. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight any relevant behavioral health experience.
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