CNA / HHA (Mental Health Services)

Overview As an ACCS Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), you will provide direct service and routine, episodic nursing aide care to adults who have both complex medical needs and psychiatric conditions. Working in a small Group Living Environment, you will have a range of duties include administrating medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP), implementing treatment plans, and assisting people with activities of daily living, such as household chores and cooking. The work that you will do in this role goes beyond assisting with medical needs and completing activities of daily living as each interaction with the clients will have an impact on their ability to integrate into their communities and pursue life goals. Examples include strengthening residents' connection to their community, providing transportation on shopping and doctor's appointments, teaching financial skills and working on exercise or health related goals. This position will allow you to exercise your medical expertise, develop relationships due to low ratios, and most importantly, assist someone living with mental health conditions to overcome the barriers to living independently. Keywords: CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical, C.N.A., Home Health aide, VinfenCNA, VinfenHHA Responsibilities Summary: The ACCS Intensive Medical GLE (IM GLE) Certified Nursing Assistant promotes the full integration andfunctioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live a healthy life in the community. Provides direct serviceand routine nursing aide care under the direction of a Nurse in a clinically complex program model,designed to meet both medical and psychiatric needs of PS. Provides assistance with activities of dailyliving and medication administration services folowing Medication Administration Program (MAP)guidelines. Job Duties and Responsibilities: The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: • Promote the engagement, housing permanency, community tenure, achievement of greater selfsufficiencyand successful completion of tenure for all PS living at the site.• Perform nursing aide care and support duties in the PS Treatment Plans under the direction of the IMGLE Nurse to proactively address the complex medical conditions of the PS, including diabetes;kidney, pulmonary, mobility, physical safety and end of life issues; medical consequences of HIV/AIDsvirus, and incontinence, etc.• Take and document PS temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, skin care, toileting, passiverange of motion exercises as required by Treatment Plan and as ordered by medical care providers.• Store, administer, document and dispose of PS medication consistent with MedicationAdministration Program (MAP) requirements, funding source regulations and company policy, ifapplicable. Ensure program compliance with Vinfen MAP protocols.• Assist and/or accompany PS in attending regular medical (including dialysis) and psychiatricappointments.• Report any changes in PS medical condition or mental status to Nurse and/or Clinical ProgramDirector.• Promote healthcare and employment services access for PS.• Help orient PS who are new to the residence.• Perform day-to-day assignments as directed by the Clinical Program Director.• Use recovery-oriented, person-centered, harm-reduction, trauma-informed, culturally competentand strengths-based approaches with PS.• Adhere to safety, maintenance, Human Rights and other operational policies and procedures.• Comply with physical site licensing standards and regulations.• Create opportunities for PS to participate in the smooth operation of the residence, includingparticipating in meal preparation, physical site maintenance, etc.• Encourage social interaction between residents and help create a collaborative environment wherePS, family, friends, and others important in the lives of PS are welcome, respected and valued.Serve as a resource for neighbors.• Help PS prepare meals.• Act as an advocate for PS.• Use Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction; Stages of Change; Wellness Recovery Action Plans(WRAP); and Cognitive Behavioral techniques in work with PS.• Participate in trainings; attend supervision and staff meetings as requested.• Assist with the orientation of new CNA staff.• Complete all required documentation.• Contribute to program’s quality improvement goals and objectives.• Help PS use crisis intervention techniques when necessary. Access on-call back up when needed.• Complete incident documentation as needed.• Perform physical site maintenance activities following maintenance schedule.• Perform other related duties, as assigned. About Vinfen Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! About Us: Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers. My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Current Certified Nurse Assistant valid in Massachusetts required. A high school diploma or GED required. One to two years o