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Concerned Home Managers for the Elderly (COHME) is a nonprofit, licensed home care agency with a mission to provide compassionate, high-quality care to older adults living in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Since 1984, we have specialized in private pay home health aide services with a focus on supporting both clients and caregivers. We are seeking a Human Resources Coordinator/Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team. This full-time, on-site role is ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and passionate about ensuring smooth operations in a mission-driven organization. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate the hiring process for home health aides, including scheduling interviews, verifying credentials, and collecting employment documents (I-9, health forms, etc.) • Enter and maintain employee data in the Home Care Registry and HHAeXchange system • Set up and maintain HR files; coordinate orientation activities with the nursing team • Serve as a point of contact for HR-related matters within the agency • Assist with administrative tasks such as answering phones, managing incoming/outgoing mail, and organizing office supplies • Track compliance documents including physician orders, in-service requirements, and clock-in/clock-out discrepancies • Prepare and organize documentation packets for new hires, clients, and nursing staff • Provide support to the Administrative Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the office Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field • 2–5 years of relevant experience; experience in home care or healthcare preferred • Strong computer skills: proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and HHAeXchange required • Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a dynamic environment • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • A proactive and professional demeanor; ability to work independently and as part of a small team
We are looking for a compassionate and responsible Babysitter to care for a special needs child in a live-in arrangement. We prefer somebody who speaks Tagalog and English. The ideal candidate must have prior experience caring for children with special needs and be patient, attentive, teach and trustworthy. Responsibilities: Provide daily care and supervision for the child Assist with meals, hygiene, and daily routines Engage the child in safe, appropriate activities Monitor health and well-being and follow any medical or therapy instructions Maintain a clean and organized environment Requirements: Able to understand children with disability Ability to live in and work flexible hours Patient, compassionate, and dependable Basic first aid knowledge is a plus
What is a Direct Support Professional? The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for implementing person-centered services for each individual. This includes ensuring implementation of the individuals services, goals, and outcomes in relation to program-based and community inclusion activities. In addition, the Direct Support Professional is solely responsible for the individual's overall physical and emotional well-being. You would be responsible for: - Under supervision, provide support and services which involve advocating for, encouraging, guiding, and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice, ensuring community integration, assisting individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation. - You would help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs; coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills; and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. - You would collaborate with other staff to implement and record care plans and, in accordance with special instructions, you may administer medication. These positions are physically demanding. - You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations. - You will participate in staff meetings, in-service training and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attending external training and workshops in the direction of direct supervisor or program management. Maintain certification in *AMAP, CPR, First Aid and SCIP, as required. - You must be able to stand for extended periods of time, bend, stretch, and lift bedridden and/or incapacitated individuals. - You will help to promote and support the inclusion of individuals in their community according to their unique needs, interests, and desires. Model and encourage interaction between individuals and community members. Help foster individuals’ personal growth by assisting in forming and maintaining friendships with neighbors, co-workers, and peers. - You will help with transporting individuals or assist them in taking public transportation. - You will assist in maintaining positive communications with family members, advocates, and service providers as per program needs. To learn more about what direct support professionals do on the job every day. Qualifications You are a good fit if you have: - High school diploma, GED, CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant certification) or possess a Direct Support Professional (DSP) certificate from an accredited public or private organization. - One year or more work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. - Excellent written, communication and mathematical skills. - Valid NYS driver license preferred but not required. - A flexible work schedule. Benefits: What we offer once YOU join our growing family: At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect: - Paid time off (holidays, calendar, sick and personal) - Professional development opportunities - Team environment - Medical and dental benefits - Employer-paid life insurance - Optional insurance (life, disability, etc.) - 403(B) retirement plans - Flexible spending account (dependent care, medical, parking, and transit) - Employee assistance program HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). About HeartShare Who WE ARE: For over one hundred years, HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team, now 2,100 employees and growing, helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives. To learn more about HeartShare, please to apply