Per Diem Hospice Residence Aide

Salary Range $20.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Description

Hospice Residence Aide

Named by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts for the last four years, our community-based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks experienced, talented, and compassionate per diem hospice aides to join our Residence, located in Wayland (MA). This is an exciting opportunity for hospice aides interested in providing end-of-life care at our 10-bed hospice facility.

Job Responsibilities:

The Hospice Resident Aide provides hospice client care in the hospice residence within their scope of practice, consistent with the plan of care and in compliance with Good Shepherd Care Guidelines.

Schedule and Weekly Hours:

Day shifts from 7 am to 7 pm or night shifts from 7 pm to 7 am.

Education, Skills and Experience:

• Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant

• Current Massachusetts certification in good standing

• A minimum of two years of prior experience in community health, long-term care facility, oncology, or a related field preferred.

• Ability to be a team player and work harmoniously with patients, families, co-workers, and management.

Good Shepherd Benefits:

• Competitive rate

• Earned Sick Time

• 403(b) with company match eligibility

• Employee Assistance Program

• Partnership with Regis College for reduced tuition rates

Pay Range:

$20- $23 (+$3 weekend differential/+$2 night differential): This number reflects an average starting hourly range for this position. Individual pay is determined through a variety of factors including experience, education, certifications, and skills and can exceed the range.

Industry:

Healthcare

Employment Type:

Per Diem

About Us:

Good Shepherd Community Care is one of the most trusted health care organizations in Greater Boston focusing on hospice and palliative care. Founded as Hospice of the Good Shepherd in 1978, we are the original Massachusetts hospice. After decades of caring for our community, we continue to remain an independent, not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization. We believe in the importance of mutual respect and acceptance and value diversity in our patients, families and caregivers, employees, volunteers, community, and partner organizations. We are committed to these values and honor the dignity of each individual through the care, support and education we provide. Our team members benefit from a collaborative work environment in a welcoming office, easily accessible to I-95, with on-site parking in Newton.

Good Shepherd Community Care does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, marital status, pregnancy, religion or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services and activities.