Health Services Assistant

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Company: MBK Senior Living

Health Services Assistant

At MBK Senior Living, we’re committed to putting people first – our residents and team members. Exceeding expectations and enriching lives drives our day-to-day. And it’s all powered by Yoi Shigoto, a Japanese concept that translates to “good, quality work.” It’s more than a mantra. It’s part of our company-wide commitment to build trust, set high standards, and develop potential in ourselves and others!

Whether you’re looking for a flexible, part-time job or the pathway to a lasting career, you’ll find it here at MBK Senior Living-and a whole lot more! When you join the MBK Senior Living team, you’ll enjoy:

-Impacting lives and building lasting relationships

-Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care

-A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your

success

-A fun-filled, energetic environment that’s centered in hospitality and high-quality service

-Competitive salaries

-Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive

Director in Training Programs

-Education loan assistance & scholarships

-Financial and legal services

-Team Member discounts

-Health and Wellness resources

Full-time benefits include:

-Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%

-Childcare and eldercare assistance

-Flexible spending accounts

If you’re looking for a place where you can make an impact, find purpose and joy, and receive the training, tools, and support to reach your career goals – look no further, apply today!

Job Description

Job Summary: The primary purpose of the Health Services Assistant is to support the Director of Health Services in promoting optimal care for residents in accordance with the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, while demonstrating the Principles and Core Values that MBK embraces. The Health Service Assistant will ensure residents receive the highest quality care in order to remain as independent as possible for as long as possible while maintaining the physical and emotional health of residents in accordance with MBK’s core values.

Essential Job Duties (Include % of time for each responsibility):
– Assist in the management, scheduling, evaluation, training and directing the Health Service Department 50%
– At the direction of the Director Health Service, may review, hire, schedule and supervise Health
– Service Team Members in accordance with company policy and the MBK core values, delivering and participating in new hire orientation 5%
– Responsible for the safety and health of residents ensuring that all governing regulations and community policies and procedures regarding resident car and closely monitored and executed and that all physician orders are carried out according to instructions 10%
– Understand and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations and all company policies and procedures concerning the department 5%
– Assist in training documenting and overseeing the continuing education of Health Services Team Members in the proper delivery of medications to residents, emergency procedures, documentation, ensuring all care staff complete all state and federal required training 5%
– Conduct resident assessments as necessary and directed, ensuring that an initial resident assessment is completed prior to move in and comprehensive care plan is completed upon move in. Provide reassessments on a regular basis as requested by the Assisted Living Director 20%
– Assist in the coordination of departmental schedules to ensure adequate staffing in accordance with all company standards, policies, procedures, budgets and state/federal/local laws coordination nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident’s total regimen of care 20%
– Assisted Caregivers in their job duties and assume their activities when needed ensuring coverage of all duties during Team Member absences 5%
– Monitor and assist with all personal care services provided to community residents. Ensure that appropriate documentation has been completed, including charting 25%
– Coordinate prescription orders and pharmacy delivery of medication as needed. Supervise central storage and delivery of medications 25%
– Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies and procedures coordination special provisions for the safety of residents with special needs 10%
– Maintain inventory of supplies needed for all care giving duties, advising the Director of Health Services when reordering is necessary 10%
– Aid in community marketing effort through positive interactions, dress and behavior acting as a liaison between the community and outside health service providers 10%
– Make decision concerning resident health and well-being in the absence of the Director of Health Services, notifying Director of Health Services or Executive Director of any serious emergency immediately 15%
– Acts as Manager on Duty when necessary 2%
– Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, Team Members, and guests. 5%
– Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication in accordance with MBK core values 100%
– Other duties as assigned or directed by the Director of Health Services, Executive Director or designee of the Executive Director 5%

Non-Essential Job Duties:
– None

Requirements (Include education, experience, special skills, licenses, certifications):
– High school diploma or equivalent
– Certifications/licenses as required by Federal/State/Local governing agencies
– Current first aid certification
– Fingerprint clearances as required by government regulations and negative TB test
– Some supervisory experience preferred
– Basic math skills as required for tracking resident medications, personal actions, budget and other financial responsibilities
– Excellent communication skills including the ability to speak, write and read English
– Ability to operate standard office equipment including personal computer.
– Must process the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and to remain calm during stressful or emergency situations.
– Ability to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public

Physical Demands (Include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, walking, standing, sitting):
– Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day throughout the community
– Ability to lift/carry up to 20 pounds and push 40 pounds

Inspiring people, creating experiences, and supporting goals are just a few ways MBK Senior Living creates a positive work environment. It’s how we support our team members, serve our residents, and achieve our pursuit – to be the senior living provider of choice in each market we serve.

MBK Senior Living has pursued this goal for more than 30 years. Currently, the company owns and operates 35 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services in senior living communities throughout the Western United States. We’re proud to have been ranked among the Top 50 “Best Workplaces in Aging Services” by Fortune magazine and certified as a “Great Place to Work” by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2017.

HIPAA Disclosure:

All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an “Excluded Party” as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those laws relating you an associates’ professional license.

MBK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason. Our company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact talentacquisition@mbk.com.

Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents: An “Excluded Party” is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding, team members must not be considered an “Excluded Party” as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, any state Medicaid Programs, and any additional federal and state government contract programs. If, as a team member, you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately.

Other Regulatory Requirements: If employed at one of our senior living communities, team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company, including, but not limited to, as applicable, state licensing regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Resident Rights as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and any other federal or state laws relating to team members’ professional licenses.

HIPAA Disclosure:

All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an “Excluded Party” as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those laws relating you an associates’ professional license.