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Employment Opportunities at the
Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging


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Position open with the Margaret Blenkner Research Institute of Benjamin Rose
Position: RESEARCH ASSISTANT (40 hrs/wk)
Exempt Status: Exempt
Reports to: Vice President for Research
Responsibilities: The Research Assistant will be a member of the Margaret Blenkner Research Institute, a premiere gerontological research center. The position will involve joining an established research project team conducting a national study of older adults with dementia and their family caregivers. Tasks will focus on coding and computerization of research data and data analysis. The position also will assist with developing research proposals, implementing a marketing plan for information and products developed in research studies, and assisting with departmental activities. The position offers opportunities to work in a professional, creative research environment with experienced individuals from various disciplines. 
Qualifications: The selected candidate must have a baccalaureate degree in psychology, sociology, gerontology or related field plus experience in research, computerization of data, data analysis; also preferred is experience in marketing and communications. Skills include: proficiency in SPSS, all Microsoft applications, and organization and writing. Additional experience with brochure development, web site development, and marketing. Background check conducted.

Positions open with the Eldercare Services Institute of Benjamin Rose
   
Position:

REGISTERED NURSE – 40 hrs/wk and PRN Positions

Hiring Range: $37,440 - $54,402
Exempt Status: Exempt
Reports To: Director of Home Care
PRN Rate: Non-skilled: $30.00/Visit - $45.00/Assessment
Skilled: $40.00/Visit - $60.00/Assessment
Responsibilities: The Nurse is a member of the Home Care Department and is assigned clients on a per visit basis by the Director of Home Care or designee. The Nurse has the following responsibilities: Provision of nursing services to Home Health Care clients and their caregivers as assigned and supervision of Home Care Aides as requested.
Qualifications:

Current RN licensure in the State of Ohio required. Home heath care experience with older adults preferred. Strong interpersonal skills essential. Knowledge of Oasis, Medicare regulations and computer skills desirable. Works in a variety of settings with a culturally diverse population. An insured car and valid Ohio driver's license required.


Position: HOME CARE AIDE — Flexible (PRN)
Hiring Rates:

Weekday rate: $9.00
Weekend/Holiday Rate: $10.25

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director of Home Care
Responsibilities: The Home Care Aide, a paraprofessional worker, performs personal care and homemaking services in the homes of elderly clients in cooperation with and under the clinical supervision of a Community Services nurse or social worker. Serving both the east and west sides of Cuyahoga County.
Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent with the ability to read, write and understand instructions. Must have home health certification or STNA including 75 hours of clinical training and be able to pass competency evaluation. Previous home care aide experience desirable. Must be able to communicate effectively with elderly clients and their caregivers. Reliable transportation helpful.

Position: PHYSICAL THERAPIST - PRN
Reports to: Director of Home Care
PRN Rate: $55.00/Visit - $65.00/Assessment
Responsibilities:

Responsible for providing physical therapy services to assigned patients including evaluation, treatment planning, treatment programs, patient/caregiver education and discharge planning in accordance with the agency policies and procedures and the physician care plan. Performs admissions and assumes responsibility for managing patients; maintains timely communications with others involved in the care of the patient. Provides supervision to physical therapist assistants, home care aides and family/caregivers involved in the care of the patient. Participates as a member of a patient –focused interdisciplinary care team.

Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with Bachelor's degree. Must be able to travel to patient's home. Must be able to read, write, and communicate with patients. Must be able to work in settings with infectious diseases. Must present a professional appearance at all times. At least 1 year clinical experience as a licensed physical therapist in an acute, rehab or skilled nursing setting. Current licensure in the State of Ohio . CPR Certification. Valid Ohio Driver's license.

Position: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - PRN
Reports to: Director of Home Care
PRN Rate: $55.00/Visit - $65.00/Assessment
Responsibilities: Responsible for providing occupational therapy services to assigned patients including evaluation, treatment planning, treatment programs, patient/caregiver education and discharge planning in accordance with the agency policies and procedures and the physician care plan. Assumes responsibility for managing patients; maintains timely communications with others involved in the care of the patient. Provides supervision to occupational therapist assistants, home care aides and family/caregivers involved in the care of the patient. Participates as a member of a patient –focused interdisciplinary care team.
Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program with Bachelor's Degree. Must be able to read, write, and communicate with patients. At least 1 year clinical experience as a licensed occupational therapist in an acute, rehab or skilled nursing setting. Current licensure in the State of Ohio . Current CPR certification. Valid Ohio Driver's license.

Position: HOMEMAKER AIDE - FLEXIBLE (PRN)
Hiring Rates: Weekday Rate: $8.00
Weekend/Holiday Rate: $8.20
Exempt Status Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director of Home Care
Responsibilities:

The Homemaker is a paraprofessional member of the home care team trained to provide homemaking services in the home setting under the direction, instruction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Social Worker. Serving both the east and west sides of Cuyahoga County .

Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent with the ability to read, write and understand instructions. Must have at least one year employment experience as a supervised homemaker, and have successfully completed written testing prior to initiation of service provision. References, criminal background check and drug test required. Must be able to communicate effectively with elderly clients and their caregivers. Reliable transportation helpful.

 
 

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The Benjamin Rose Insitute on Aging
Attn: Human Resources Administrator
11900 Fairhill Rd., Suite 300
Cleveland, OH 44120-1053

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216.373.1810

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