Residential Aid- St. John's Hospice - Archdiocese of Philadelphia

RESIDENTIAL AIDE

SAINT JOHN'S HOSPICE

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

1221 Race Street

Philadelphia, PA 19107

The Residential Aide serves St. John's Hospice in such a manner that reflects a positive impact on the men who live at St. John's and the general public that sustains the mission of the commitment.

Focuses on, but is not limited to:

• Gives medications to residents
• Coordinates residents on needs, issues, and concerns with Case Managers, Program Manager, and Director
• Answers phone calls at the front desk
• Receives donations
• Writes shift reports, including incidents if any
• Substitutes for the shifts of co-workers if needed
• Attends both mandatory, as needed, and scheduled meetings and trainings
• Conducts monthly fire drills when requested by the Program Manager

Qualifications:

Education

• Minimum High School Degree or G.E.D. equivalent

Specialized Knowledge:

• Housekeeping
• Medication

Skills:

• Interpersonal relations
• Organization

Personal Characteristics:

• Mission driven
• Compassionate
• Empathetic

Experience:

• 1-3 years working with the homeless population