Home Care Supervisor

Community LIFE•Homestead, PA

About The Position

The Home Care Supervisor (HCS) will provide consistent supervision to Community Care Aides using effective communication and guidance. This person will strengthen the relationship between the Home Care Department and the Inter Disciplinary Team (IDT). This person will provide hands on leadership in all aspects of home care. The HCS will develop partnerships with families and caregivers. The HCS may be required to make in-home visits as necessary for assessment and on-going case management. This position will participate in weekend/on-call rotation. Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.

Requirements

Graduate of one of the following: Accredited nursing program for LPN or CNA.
Program approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
5 years of direct care experience with at least 1 year of experience working with the frail and elderly population.
2 years of supervisory experience.
Valid Pennsylvania COTA/L, PTA, CNA or LPN license.
Valid PA Driver’s License
Knowledge of the medical, social, and emotional needs of a frail, elderly population.
Strong interpersonal relationship skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with others
Proactive approach
Working knowledge of durable medical equipment (DME)
Crisis intervention skill
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
Must be able to work independently and to utilize critical decision-making skills.
Working knowledge of utilization review, quality assurance and managed health care concepts.
Ability to work with the interdisciplinary team approach to care for the elderly.
Working knowledge of local health care and geriatric service networks.
Basic working knowledge of Windows operating systems, e-mail, word processing.
Able to deliver services in a compassionate, responsive, and courteous manner.
Able to work effectively with staff, participants, providers, and referral sources.
Interest in geriatrics and community-based programming.