Hospice Residence Aide (overnight) - This position is eligible for a $2000 sign-on bonus.

Recently named by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts, our community based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks experienced, talented, and compassionate hospice aides to join our team when we open our new hospice residence in the Fall 2022. This is an exciting opportunity for hospice aides interested in providing end-of-life care at a new 10-bed hospice facility. We are seeking for someone to:

- Fill 12-hour night shifts from 7 pm to 7 am on weekends plus 2 weekdays.

- Per diem positions are also available.

Job Responsibilities:
Provide bedside care to terminally ill patients residing at the hospice house following the established plan of care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive, courteous, and helpful attitude toward all patients and their families and a commitment toward exceeding the needs of our customers.

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant
• Current Massachusetts certification in good standing
• A minimum of two years prior experience in community health, long term care facility, oncology, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to be a team player and work harmoniously with patients, families, co-workers, and management.

 
Good Shepherd Benefits:

• Competitive salary 
• Four weeks paid time off in first year
• 12 paid holidays 
• Health and dental insurance, coverage begins as of your start date
• Life insurance
• 403(b) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Short Term Disability 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Partnership with Regis College for reduced tuition rates 

Industry:
Healthcare 

Employment Type:
Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem

Job Functions:
Clinical - Healthcare Provider 

About Us:
Good Shepherd Community Care is one of the most trusted health care organizations in Greater Boston focusing on hospice and palliative care. Founded as Hospice of the Good Shepherd in 1978, we are the original Massachusetts hospice. After decades of caring for our community, we continue to remain an independent, not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization. We believe in the importance of mutual respect and acceptance and values diversity in our patients, families and caregivers, employees, volunteers, community, and partner organizations. We are committed to these values and honor the dignity of each individual through the care, support and education we provide. Our team members benefit from a collaborative work environment in a welcoming office, easily accessible to I-95, with on-site parking in Newton.