Alaris Health at Kearny Jobs (3)

Alaris Health at Kearny, a 120 bed-skilled nursing Center in Kearny, New Jersey, seeks a social worker to plan and implement social service programs in the Center and coordinate discharge planning.

Additional responsibilities include :

• planning and implementing a comprehensive social services program that offers counseling and other support services for residents and their families
• evaluating and being keenly aware of residents’ medical-related social needs and then formulating the appropriate plan for treatment that fits into their total care plan
• coordinating and implementing family meetings for residents and creating a forum for ongoing discussions between residents, their families / responsible parties and the treatment team
• maintaining residents’ rights at all times while liaising between all parties involved
• coordinating discharge planning and assisting in the creation of an organized discharge plan for all residents
• and above all, ensuring that residents and their families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work or human services (knowledge of family assessment and interventions is preferred)
• Certifications required by New Jersey state regulations
• Excellent command of the English language (written, read and spoken), excellent interpersonal skills and knowledge of all governmental regulations relating to the social services department
• Ability to work independently, problem solve and makes decisions as necessary
• Ability to positively interact with everyone from residents to government agencies and the general public

Alaris Health at Kearny, a 120 bed-skilled nursing Center in Kearny, New Jersey, seeks a Recreation Therapist to plan, organize and direct resident activity programs, which may include varied an diversified programming for different cognitive levels of resident function from Wii competitions to bingo to coffee carts and everything in between.

Additional responsibilities include :

• assisting in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs and interests and encouraging participation and engagement
• visiting bed-bound residents and non-participants and providing appropriate recreation services for them
• assisting with the daily radio program, monthly newsletter and recreation calendar
• assisting with volunteer program / appreciation set-up, admission assessments, clinical responsibilities and community interaction programs
• and above all, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes each individual’s needs and rights

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the Center
• Full command of the English language
• Excellent multi-tasking and communication skills
• Positive attitude and have great interaction with everyone from residents to the general public
• Comfortable working both as an individual contributor and part of a larger team

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Alaris Health at Kearny, a 120 bed-skilled nursing facility in Kearny, New Jersey, seeks a hospitality aide. At the cornerstone of Alaris centers’ methodology is transitioning residents back home as quickly as possible.

Additional responsibilities include : .

• Makes rounds on unit and assures that all resident rooms are clean and orderly
• Assist nursing with tray pass and collection
• Makes both occupied and unoccupied beds and coordinates with all departments to ensure a timely sanitation of rooms upon admission and discharge
• Provides snack / water at bedside in accordance to the resident’s individual dietary restrictions and needs
• Assist in transporting of resident to rehab therapy, activities, and to various areas in the facility

HOSPITALITY AIDE JOB REQUIREMENTS :

A minimum of a high school education or high school equivalency diploma is preferred for this position

FT BENEFITS :

• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401k