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Hebrew SeniorLife

Hebrew SeniorLife is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of senior living communities and health care services in the Boston metropolitan area. Affiliated with Harvard Medical School, it offers independent and assisted living options, as well as specialized care for chronic conditions, memory loss, and rehabilitation. The organization is committed to serving seniors of diverse backgrounds and income levels, ensuring quality care and support throughout their lives.

<div><p><b>Job Description:
</b></p><p></p><p><b>I. Position Summary:
</b></p><p></p><p>The Expressive Therapist shall plan, implement and coordinate Expressive Therapy programs for patients in Long Term Chronic Care Hospital. This position is responsible for developing varied therapeutic programs that meet the physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs of the residents and positively contributes to their quality of life. The Expressive Therapist also serves as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team made up of (but not limited to) program coordinators, expressive therapists, nursing, administrative and social service associates.
</p><p></p><p><b>II. Core Competencies:
</b></p><ul><li>Commit to the organization&rsquo;s core values of respect, dignity and empowerment.
</li><li>Be available to build trusting relationships with the residents, team members and colleagues.
</li><li>Be comfortable using a variety of expressive art modalities
</li><li>Listen attentively; speak respectfully. Promote an &ldquo;emotional&rdquo; connection.
</li><li>Commit to providing the highest quality of preparation and presentation
</li><li>Accept responsibility for all tasks assigned
</li><li>Be able to stand during scheduled work times
</li><li>Follow all work and safety rules
</li><li>Commit to making contributions to fellow team members as needed
</li><li>Accept changes in working venue, schedule, or tasks assigned
</li><li>Sensitive to issues of aging, needs of the memory loss resident and diverse populations and cultures.
</li><li>Ability to be flexible with work assignments, other departments and schedule changes.
</li><li>Ability to follow written and spoken English.
 </li><li>Ability to work as a team player, promoting good relations with other managers, co-workers, families and residents.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>III. </b><b>Position Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Develop imaginative and varied therapeutic programs that take into account the preferences and unique strengths of each resident. Continuously adapt programs to meet changes in cognitive or physical abilities.
</li><li>Lead therapeutic programs for memory support residents.
</li><li>Initial and on-going assessment of residents for the appropriate group assignments.
</li><li>Assist in orientation of new residents to the NewBridge community.
</li><li>Follow through on program goals and objectives as established by the team.
</li><li>Maintain an open line of communication with other staff, volunteers, interns, outside service providers, and families.
</li><li>Provide in-service trainings for the memory support community on the structure of a therapeutic program for persons with dementia.
</li><li>May supervise or mentor interns
</li><li>Participate in the implementation of service plans.
</li><li>Observe and report any change in health or mental status of residents.
</li><li>Coordinate and participate in 1:1 sessions with residents.
</li><li>Implement community outings on a regular basis.
</li><li>Maintain and organize stock of supplies and arrange entertainment within parameters of budget.
</li><li>Participate in quantitative and qualitative research
</li><li>May collaborate with the Multigenerational team to execute various multigenerational programs.
</li>Perform other duties as assigned or requested from time to time by supervisor or other managers.<br>
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</li></ul><p><b>IV. </b><b>Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelors in Expressive Arts Therapy or Creative Arts Therapy, or Masters in Expressive Arts Therapy- any modality.
</li><li>Minimum of 1 year experience in working with geriatric population.
</li><li>Demonstrates proficiency in group leadership and group dynamics.
</li><li>Demonstrates fluency within various art modalities.
</li><li>Must demonstrate multicultural awareness and experience working with the geriatric population.
</li><li>Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.
</li><li>Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor.
</li><li>Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills.
</li><li>Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, and able to streamline work volume in order to maintain bottom line efforts in midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing.
</li><li>Must have ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.
</li><li>Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change.
</li><li>Computer literacy required.
</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>V. </b><b>Physical Requirements:
</b></h2><ul><li>Must be able to lift, push and pull 25 pounds and have the ability to transport and assist residents&rsquo; as needed.
</li><li>Be able to stand during scheduled work times.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Remote Type:
</b></p>On-site
<p></p><p><b>Salary Range:
</b></p>$24.59 - $34.42</div>

Expressive Therapist (Music, Dance or Drama) Per Diem

<div><p><b>Job Description:
</b></p><p></p><p><b>Position Title: </b>Hospice Registered Nurse/ Primary Care Nurse/Case Manager
</p><b>Location: </b>New Bridge on the Charles
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Title of Immediate Supervisor: Hospice Clinical Manager<br>
</b></h2><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>I. Position Summary:<br>
</b></h2><p></p><p>The Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice is designed to provide a Jewish Hospice service to terminally ill patients and their families in the greater Boston area. The philosophy of the Hospice is rooted in <i>Hessed </i>(loving kindness), and <i>Kevod HaBeriyot </i>(honoring life), but Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice Care is open to anyone regardless of religious affiliation; our mission is informed by Jewish values that are shared across many faith traditions and spiritual belief systems.<br>
</p><p></p><p>Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice works collaboratively with patients and families in the final months, weeks, and days of life, with the goal of achieving optimum healing of body and soul when curing is no longer an option. This means helping the patient and family with: physical comfort, emotional and spiritual support, and companionship. The Hospice goal is to help every patient at the end attain a peaceful and pain free death and support the healing and bereavement of the family.<br>
</p><p></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to come in at the ground level and be part of building an innovative new Hospice program that is poised for clinical excellence and rapid growth. Hospice will complete the continuum of outstanding care delivered by Hebrew SeniorLife, an integrated, eight-site system of health care, housing, research and teaching that serves thousands of seniors in the Greater Boston area and beyond and has been a nationally-recognized industry leader for over a century.<br>
</p><p></p><p>As a member of the interdisciplinary group (IDG), the Hospice Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to the Hospice's patients. Identify patient/family needs and provide supportive care in accordance with the attending physician's orders, the IDG plan of care and the Hospice's policies and procedures. The Hospice Registered Nurse provides care under the direction of the attending physician, the Hospice Medical Director, the Clinical Manager, and the Sr. Director of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), and in compliance with the state's Registered Nurse Practice Act.<br>
</p><p></p><b>II. Core Competencies:<br>
</b><p></p><ul><li>Communication
</li></ul><p>o Share information with residents, family, staff and providers
</p><p>o Present information in language understandable to all
</p><p>o Listen with an open mind
</p><p>o Express disagreement in a tactful and sensitive manner
</p><p>o Facilitate discussion around different points of view to find resolution
</p><ul><li>Adaptability
</li></ul><p>o Adjust to meet the individual needs of the resident, family and staff
</p><p>o Consider others&rsquo; views, education, working styles, culture and values
</p><p>o Appreciate differences and capitalize on them to be most effective
</p><p>o Prioritize effectively
</p><p>o Respond calmly to unexpected change or frustration
</p><ul><li>Relationship Building
</li></ul><p>o Relate to all in an open, friendly and respectful manner
</p><p>o Instill trust
</p><p>o Create an atmosphere where everyone&rsquo;s story is valued
</p><p>o Encourage and accept expression of both positive and negative feelings
</p><p>o Initiate and develop relationships with new residents, staff and families
</p><p>o Promote a collaborative atmosphere
</p><ul><li>Excellence
</li></ul><p>o Provide the highest level of care to our residents
</p><p>o Promote a healing environment for physical and spiritual needs
</p><p>o Advocate to foster and maintain a safe environment for our residents, families and facility staff
</p><p>o Foster an atmosphere of autonomy, dignity and choice
</p><p>o Continually evaluate our care and processes, and make improvements based on quality performance
</p><p>o Deliver care that is evidence based
</p><p>o Demonstrate dependability and accountability with all duties<br>
</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>III. Position Responsibilities:<br>
</b></h1><p></p><ul><li>Assumes responsibility for a patient visit or on-call schedule which includes the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating phases of the nursing process.
</li></ul><ul><li>Provides Hospice nursing care based on systematic assessment focusing on pain control and symptom management.
</li></ul><ul><li>Initiates communication with attending physicians, other Hospice staff members and other agencies as needed to coordinate care and use of resources for the patient/family.
</li></ul><p>&middot; Assesses the patient and develops an individualized and comprehensive plan of care in partnership with the Interdisciplinary group and in accordance with Hospice regulations/guidelines. Routinely assesses patients&rsquo; response to plans of care and performs comprehensive assessments, hospice aide supervision, and coordination/oversight of hospice services provided in assisted living, LTC, SNF and hospital settings.
</p><ul><li>Maintains regular communication with the Clinical Director to review assignments and with the attending physician/medical director concerning patient/family needs.
</li></ul><ul><li>Obtains data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family health status and incorporates that data into the plan of care.
</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains up-to-date patient records so that problems, plans, actions and goals are accurately and clearly stated and changes are reflected as they occur in accordance with agency policy and Medicare regulations.
</li></ul><ul><li>Accurately documents assessment findings, observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided in accordance with Hospice policy and procedures on the day services are rendered. Submits documentation in a timely manner.
</li></ul><ul><li>Teaches, supervises and counsels patients/families regarding physical care and comfort, and other problems related to the patient's terminal condition.
</li></ul><ul><li>Provides guidance to patients/families to assist them in preparing for and coping with anticipated physical and psychological events throughout the dying process. Provides appropriate support at time of death and period of bereavement.
</li></ul><ul><li>Meets regularly with Hospice nursing staff to review problems or unique issues from caseloads, share professional support, and exchange feedback aimed toward enhancing professional growth.
</li></ul><ul><li>Participates in IDG conference as needed and facilitates discussion of issues from caseload for full staff discussion, consultation and evaluation.
</li></ul><ul><li>Supervises the Hospice Aide and the aide plan of care at least every fourteen (14) days and documents such supervision. If concerns are noted, observes the aide onsite providing care. If concerns are ongoing, reports to the Clinical Director of the need to repeat a competency evaluation with aide.
</li></ul><ul><li>Informs the Clinical Director of unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues.
</li></ul><ul><li>Shares in providing 24-hour, seven-day a week coverage (evening and weekend on-call) to patients/families.
</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrates working clinical knowledge and skills relative to hospice and end-of-life care, and a commitment to clinical excellence and ongoing training in the latest pain and symptom management interventions.<br>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>IV. Qualifications:<br>
</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN preferred.
</li></ul><ul><li>Currently licensed in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts.
</li></ul><ul><li>Must have no less than six months experience in acute care setting as an RN prior to home care assignment, or experience as required by state regulations.
</li></ul><ul><li>Minimum of one year&rsquo;s experience as an RN required.
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in Hospice is strongly preferred.
</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings and to cope with emotional stress.
</li></ul><ul><li>Must be able to function in a practice environment with minimal direct supervision, accepting personal responsibility for maintaining a professional relationship with patients and their families.
</li></ul><ul><li>Must accept responsibility for maintaining clinical practice skills, learning and adhering to Hospice's policies and procedures on an on-going basis.
</li></ul><ul><li>Transports self to patient's home/facility in a reliable vehicle and has a valid Massachusetts driver&rsquo;s license. May be working in multiple locations in a workday.<br>
</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>V. Physical Requirements:<br>
</b></h2><p></p><ul><li>Must pass Occupational Health Clearance
</li></ul><ul><li>Physical Requirements listed in Occupational Health<br>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Remote Type:
</b></p>On-site
<p></p><p><b>Salary Range:
</b></p>$78,576.07 - $117,864.10</div>

Hospice Registered Nurse

<div><p><b>Job Description:
</b></p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>I. Position Summary:
</b></h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The primary role of the Patient Care Associate (PCA), is to protect, sustain, and nurture the patients that live at the Center. They provide assistance with activities of daily living, care of the patient&rsquo;s environment, and meet other needs as required. The goal of the work of the Patient Care Associate, is to provide assistance that promotes a high quality of life for the patients. The Patient Care Associate, works as a member of a team that seeks to achieve a home like setting while maintaining excellence in all areas of care.
</b></h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>In addition, the Patient Care Associate, will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient&rsquo;s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the floors/households, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.
</b></h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>II. Core Competencies:
</b></h2><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Demonstrates empathy and compassion with all interactions with patients and with families
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Articulates importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Articulates commitment to excellence and high quality care
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care
</b></h2></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>III. Position Responsibilities:
</b></h2><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Recognize and respond to the needs of the patients and families
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Recognize and communicate changes in the patient&rsquo;s condition to the appropriate nursing team member
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Adhere to Safe Patient Handling practices, i.e. maintain a no manual lift environment
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Participate in Quality Improvement programs
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Assist patients with all aspects of personal care as indicated in the care plans
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Document pertinent information regarding care delivered in the designated areas of the patient&rsquo;s electronic medical record
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Report accidents and incidents as they occur
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Report any observed or suspected patient abuse immediately
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Observe and report skin integrity
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Participate in daily report team and care planning meetings as needed
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Be proficient in obtaining vital signs and other procedures such as temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, pulse oximetry and urine and stool specimens as directed
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Follow infection control practices
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Attend and participate in ongoing training and educational classes
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patient according to HIPPA regulations
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Communicate effectively with peers, other team members, patients and families
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Facilitate life enrichment activities that encourage patient engagement
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Maintain cleanliness of the patient&rsquo;s room and common program areas
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Prepare, serve, and clean up after meals and snacks
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Participate in committee meetings
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Other duties as assigned and trained to perform
</b></h2></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>IV. Qualifications </b><b>:
</b></h2><ul><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Long term chronic care PCA Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred in good standing upon hire or current enrollment in a nursing school, having completed first clinical experience.
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>RSU PCA: Certified Nursing Assistant certification is required in good standing upon hire and on-going.
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Fluent English skills required &ndash; verbal and written
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Computer literacy required
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively
</b></h2></li><li><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Must complete mandatory HSL/HRC educational requirements and programs
</b></h2></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Remote Type
</b></p><p>Salary Range:
</p>$15.00 - $28.00</div>

Patient Care Associate I

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Expressive Therapist (Music, Dance or Drama) Per Diem

Hospice Registered Nurse

Patient Care Associate I