Supportive Health Assistant

Colonie, NY, US

Salary Range: $21.73 To $21.73 Hourly

Are you Ready to Launch Your Career?

Join us in our mission as a Supportive Health Assistant at Catholic Charities Disabilities Services.

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!

As the Supportive Health Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

• Assisting the Nurse Manager, RN’s and LPN’s with managing the heath care needs of the individuals served in the agency’s Residential Program.

• Remaining in communication with Program staff and management, providers, nurses, doctors, ER staff, case management, pharmacies, parents, guardians, advocates, school administrators and Agency leadership.

• Providing direct support to individuals served in the agency as-needed.

• Possessing knowledge of basic medical terms, proper medication administrations, and other clinical disciplines.

Supportive Health Assistant Minimum Salary: $21.73/hour

Supportive Health Assistant Maximum Salary: $21.73/hour

Supportive Health Assistant Schedule: M-F 8:30am – 5pm; May be required to work extended hours or a flexible schedule with short notice

Qualifications:

• Valid NYS Driver’s License

• High School Diploma or GED

• 2 years of experience as a Direct Support Professional in the I/DD field

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

• • For benefit-eligible positions:

• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Retirement planning options

• Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)

• A diverse and inclusive work environment

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)

• Exciting referral bonuses

• Ongoing training and development

• Recognition and Awards

• Career Growth

• A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights (

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (