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Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Mercy LIFE (Living Independently for Elders) is seeking a Per Diem (Pool) Personal Care Assistant / Certified Nursing Assistant for our Valley View site located in Elwyn, PA. for all shifts and weekend coverage. The Valley View site services deaf, hard of hearing, and blind participants/patient population and candidates must have working knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL).

The PCA performs varied patient care activities and related support services necessary in caring for the personal and comfort needs of participants in the Adult Day center. The PCA reports to and works under the supervision of a registered nurse to deliver optimal care. In performing all duties, the PCA complies with LIFE policies and procedures.

Education: High School diploma or GED. Certified Nurse’s Aide (CNA) license required with a minimum of one year experience. CPR trained or willingness to be trained. Long Term Care and/or Home Care experience preferred.

PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT PRN

**Location:** Elwyn, PA

**Status:** PRN

**Shift:** Any shift/day including weekends and holidays

**Incentive** : Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift

Position Purpose:

This role impacts participants lives by providing essential personal care services and health support.

Position Details:

This program provides services to a community specifically comprised of deaf seniors. All candidates must be willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL).

What you will do:

+ Conduct ongoing participant assessments and monitoring.

+ Provide assistance with daily activities, including toileting, grooming, and meals.

+ Aid in maintaining physical activity and exercise routines.

+ Identify safety hazards and respond to emergencies.

+ Assist with recreational activities, meal service, and housekeeping.

+ Report any changes in participant's condition to center staff.

+ Escort participants to appointments and assist with transportation.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ High School Diploma or equivalent.

+ Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail/elderly population or if less than one (1) year of experience, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization upon hiring.

+ Must be willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL). ASL proficiency preferred.

+ Preferred experience in long-term care or geriatric programs.

+ Strong communication and organizational skills.

+ Valid driver's license, insurance and use of personal vehicle.

+ Ability to work independently and adapt to change.

+ Some travel within the region may be required.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

+ Access to daily pay and employee referral incentives.

+ Supportive environment with a patient-centered focus.

+ Opportunities for processional development.

Ministry/Facility Information

**Mercy LIFE Valley View** , part of Trinity Health PACE, provides high-quality care to seniors in the communities we serve. Our interdisciplinary team offers comprehensive services, allowing seniors to remain independent at home.

We are guided by core values of reverence, commitment, safety, justice, stewardship, and integrity.

Apply today!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran