Community Service Worker

ArchCare • New York, NY

10h

About The Position

The Community Service Worker provides health-related tasks under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, following participant-safety practices and accepted standards of care. The role supports participants with medical equipment, prescribed self-administered medication, nutritional and fluid intake, and monitoring and reporting their condition. It also provides supervision, companionship, socialization, and recreational support for individuals with physical and/or cognitive impairments. Ambulation and transfers may be performed under direction.

Requirements

• Approved New York State HHA Training Program or equivalent.
• First Aid Certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provide health-related tasks under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse while maintaining participant safety and accepted standards of care.
• Assist participants with medical equipment and prescribed self-administered medication.
• Assess, record, and report participants’ conditions as needed, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, and signs of discomfort.
• Assist with nutritional and fluid intake, document dietary preferences, and notify nurses.
• Build positive rapport with participants and maintain confidentiality.
• Provide supervision, companionship, and care to individuals with physical and/or cognitive impairments, and assist with socialization and recreational activities.
• Use knowledge of medical instruments, care administration, common safety hazards, and organizational patient-care policies.
• React calmly and effectively in emergencies and communicate clearly.
• Perform ambulation and transfer activities when directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED