Sign-On Bonus of up to $2000 for MCC new hires

Catholic Charities of Long Island models the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. In-person service at more than 50 sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties is inspired by the Gospel call affirming the sacredness of every human life.

CCLI is looking for a Medical Care Counselor with a generous heart and a desire to contribute to the well-being of others to carry out our mission on Long Island. By joining our team, you will share in the joy of providing care with dignity and life with hope.

Responsibilities: The role of the Medical Care Counselor is to support and provide health-related advocacy for individuals residing in our group homes for developmentally disabled adults.

Key activities include:

Providing continuous protective oversight to the individual Scheduling, transporting and accompanying individuals to appointments with providers; facilitating communication with providers re: individuals health changes Maintaining all health-related documentation, including lab work results, consultation reports and updated medication prescriptions Communicating daily with nursing and residential management re: individuals medical status and treatment plans Managing medication inventory including prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, nutritional supplements and first aid supplies Providing companionship visits to individuals that are hospitalized, as required Performing Direct Support Professional tasks as needed

Qualifications:

HS diploma or GED Experience working with Developmentally Disabled Adults required N.A. or equivalent training is helpful Valid NYS Drivers License Ability to transfer and transport individuals to/from medical appointments in all @types of weather, using house passenger van. Detail-oriented, with well-developed organizational and interpersonal communication skills Willing and able to provide compassionate, person-centered care

Schedule: 40 hrs./wk., (8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Mon. - Fri.)

Pay rate: $24.00/hr.

This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidates qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation, such as the value of benefits, which may be applicable to this position.

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