Restorative Specialist

More than a job — it’s a calling.

Do you believe small moments can make a big difference?

Are you ready to bring compassion, patience and, dedication to support seniors in living with dignity and comfort?

At the One Senior Care family of businesses, including LIFE-NWPA, Mountain View PACE, and Buckeye PACE, we work together to help seniors stay safe, healthy, connected, and at home. We are a premier healthcare provider striving to provide excellent patient care beyond traditional medical insurance plans.

Schedule:

First shift, full-time hours. Specific work hours will be established in consultation with your supervisor.

Hourly Wage:

$16.00 / hr.

Benefits:

• 9 Paid Holidays
• PTO starting at 3 weeks 1 day per year (accrued from date of hire for full-time employees)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Free Life and AD&D Insurance Plan
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Group Voluntary Term Life Insurance for Employee, Spouses, and Dependents
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Plan with company annual match
• Mileage Reimbursement at annual IRS rate as applicable

Job Summary:

The Restorative Specialist (RS) supports the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and therapy department in providing Participant care, focusing on maintaining Participant safety and independence at the highest functional level. They assist with the daily functions and operations of the therapy department, implement individual and group exercise programs, work 1:1 with Participants to improve walking, strength, balance, and activity tolerance, perform delegated restorative exercises, and provide staff and participant training and education. Time will be divided equally between working with Participants in the Mountain VIew PACE center and Participant’s homes. Home visits are directed by the IDT to assist in performing home exercise programs, maintaining a safe, clean-living environment, promoting independence in activities of daily living, setting up and delivering durable medical equipment, and performing home safety checks to be reported back to the IDT.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• In-center exercise programs - Implement individual and group exercise sessions using a variety of weights and exercise equipment

• Delegated restorative exercises – Complete specific tasks for which the aide has been trained by PT/OT and has documented competency in performance. Documented on flow sheet.

• In-home safety checks – Perform home visits as assigned by IDT. Collect information on reported falls. Safety checks after ER, hospital, or SNF discharge. Report findings back to IDT

• In-home restorative program(s) - Assist Participants with home exercise programs. Assist Participants in maintaining maximum functional independence and safety with self-care and home management skills.

• Tracking Durable Medical Equipment (DME) - Work with Central Supply Coordinator to follow up on items ordered and provide updates on received items. Log delivered DME in PaceLogic.

• Staff training - Provide staff education on completing wellness programs, fall prevention, stand-up and full body lifts, body mechanics, and posture. Ongoing reeducation as needed.

• Participant Education - Provide education via multiple venues such as Grand Pad, in-center presentations, newsletter articles, and bulletin boards. Updated monthly or as scheduled.

• Clean and maintain treatment areas - Assist therapists in maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, sanitizing surfaces, replacing linens, etc.

• Apply Heat/Cold Modalities - Per Mountain View PACE Policy and Procedure.

• Wellness Form Management - Utilize basic computer skills to update and print wellness forms after being reviewed by the therapist. Distribute updated monthly forms to HCC/PCA supervisor.

• Communication - Staff will immediately communicate all changes or concerns to the Therapist/Supervisor.

• Documentation - Participant interactions are to be documented in electronic medical record /flow sheets as applicable per Medical Records Management Policy

• Transport - Transport equipment or participants in wheelchairs throughout the center to designated areas.

• Temperature Logs - Log the daily temperature of the Hydrocollator and therapy refrigerator/freezer. Send temp logs to QI monthly.

• Participate in Quality Initiative training as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by the Center Manager or other designee.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.

• Relates well with people of all ages but has a deep sensitivity and commitment to the elderly.

• Ability to organize work and follow through on assigned tasks.

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

• Able to adapt to different work settings, including Participant homes.

• Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.

• Must have the cognitive ability to process and perform tasks for Participant safety.

• CPR and First Aid Certification.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to own vehicle.

• Must have basic knowledge and understanding of how to implement exercise programs.

• One year of experience working with the frail and elderly population or willing to participate in extensive training as needed.

Requirements:

• Requires valid State driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Successful completion of background check, physical, drug screening, TB Screening

Physical Requirements:

• Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours.

• Is subject to frequent interruptions.

• Must be constantly alert for Participant’s safety.

• Is subject to lifting, carrying, and supporting Participants.

Join Us!

This is more than a job! Be part of a team that makes a tangible difference in seniors' lives while working in a collaborative, people-focused environment.

One Senior Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks, health and safety screenings, and any clearances required for healthcare programs.