"My work has special meaning and this is not just a job"

'I just love working there and that's a good place to work'

'It feels good every day to know that what you do at your job, will help and make a difference in somebody’s life. Especially elderly people that feel lonely, sick and abandoned by friends and family. We are there for them. I love to work at Lutheran and I love my Participants. Because of the pandemic we can’t see each other everyday-but I call them; and I can feel their happiness when they hear my voice. They know I care. We all do at Lutheran Senior Life At Jersey City.'

Those are real statements from real employees at Lutheran Senior LIFE.

We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....

*Caring* *Teamwork* *Kindness* *Open Communication* *Positive Attitude* This is how our team members describe the culture at Lutheran Senior LIFE! Apply today to find out more!

We have a new opportunity for a full-time Home Care Coordinator! This position is Mon-Fri from 8:30am-5pm.

Basic Qualifications:

Education/Training/Certifications:

Skill(s):

Supports the mission and values of Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey, which is: Through the power of the Holy Spirit, and in response to God’s love as revealed in the Gospel, the mission of the Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey is to serve those in New Jersey who hurt, are in need, or have limited choices.

Assesses participant’s physical and functional and psychosocial, needs, home safety, family caregiver burden, etc utilizing professional knowledge, observations and interviewing skills.

Completes assessment documents including Home Safety Assessment, Home Care Assessment, and other documentation required for appropriate data collection and analysis as part of a quality assessment and performance improvement program.

Develops and implements the home care components and works with other team members to develop a comprehensive Interdisciplinary plan of care based on the needs of participant initiating attainable goals that are mutually acceptable to the participant/caregiver..

Communicates effectively with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) on care planning needs and desired outcomes. Reviews and revises goals and approaches to participant/caregiver in coordination with interdisciplinary team members.

Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary team on obtaining of Advance Directives; educates member/ caregiver on their right to develop Advance Directives which may include Health Care Proxy, Living Will, DNR, Durable Power of Attorney and/or Burial Plans

Documents changes in the participant’s condition and details care provided by completing all required PACE documentation and ensuring compliance to Agency standards and policies.

Assessing participants in their home (HOME means where the participant resides. This may be a residential or a facility) in Hudson County. Travels to participants’ homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the participant as appropriate within the regulations.

Case manages assigned participants in home care assuring all identified needs are met and maintain productivity sufficient to meet program goals

Maintains fiscal accountability for home care services provided.???????Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families.

Adheres to Senior Healthcare’s Safety Policies and Procedures and Universal Precautions.

Utilizes appropriate community resources and serves as a liaison between the program and other community agencies/services

Documenting changes of a participant’s condition in the participant’s medical record consistent with documentation policies established in PACE guidelines.

Participates in PACE meetings including but not limited to, interdisciplinary team meetings, family meetings, staff meetings, in-service and training programs, and quality improvement activities.

Maintains flexibility in schedule and responds to unexpected emergencies and changes in workload in order to fulfill responsibilities.

Participates in the on-call process.

Complies with infection control and prevention principles and practices established in LSL policies and CDC.

Maintains safe working environment. Follows Lutheran Senior Healthcare’s Safety Policies and Procedures.

Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.

Treats employees, patients, and business partners with respect. Fosters teamwork by trusting and supporting each other while encouraging collaboration at all levels of the organization. Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.

Promotes a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to agency policies and procedures.

Maintains confidentiality of all agency and participant related information. Protects patient rights as defined in the patient Bill of Rights.

Maintains proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficient and cost effective manner.

Adheres to departmental and agency dress code as outlined in the organization’s policy.

Completes annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the LSMNJ Code of Ethics and Business Integrity in the performance of duties.

Adheres to the Organization’s Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns.

Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to the position.

Adheres to the Organization’s Policies and Procedures covering Privacy and Security in Compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Other duties as assigned by your supervisor, necessary for the efficient operation of the department/facility.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.