Pet Therapy Can Brighten Someone's Day!
Residential Home Health and Residential Hospice · Downers Grove, IL · 1 mo ago
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About the role
To positively impact patients and their families, we seek individuals who can deliver exceptional home health, palliative, and hospice care. Our care teams serve as way finders and way makers by creating individualized care plans and experiences, wherever needed.
Responsibilities
- Deliver compassionate and personalized care to patients and their families in their homes, assisted living facilities, or other healthcare settings.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Engage with patients and their families to understand their needs and preferences, and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Volunteer as a Certified Pet Therapy Dog, bringing joy to patients’ lives by spending time with a canine companion.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Pass a background check, drug and fingerprint screening, and TB test.
- Completion of certification as a pet therapy dog.
- Up-to-date vaccinations for pets.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (healthcare, social work, etc.) preferred.
- Experience in home health, palliative, or hospice care is a plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Skills
- Excellent communication and empathy skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of hospice and palliative care principles and practices.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Vacation and sick leave.
- Paid training and orientation.
- Professional development opportunities.
Pay
$20 - $25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate patient and family needs, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Vacation and sick leave.
- Paid training and orientation.
- Professional development opportunities.