Patient Care Assistant Attendant (Pathways-Iowa City)

UnityPoint Health • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

AbbeHealth Services is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success. Aging Services Pathways Adult Day Health Center, is a subsidiary of AbbeHealth Services located in Iowa City, Iowa. The position involves working with older adults, adults with disabilities, and seniors with dementia, providing top-notch person-centered care in a supportive environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School/GED preferred.
• An ideal candidate will have an interest in working with people diagnosed with intellectual disabilities, mental illness and/or dementia.
• Two years of experience working with the mental health and/or behavioral health population preferred.
• Valid Iowa Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.
• Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.
• Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization’s commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.
• Assist participants with activities of daily living, personal cares and goal achievement.
• Implement and lead fun and exciting activities for participants.
• Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.
• Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching
• Employee recognition program
• Dental and health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED