Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital Work Days: 11.30am - 8pm Mon through Fri. Category: Professional and Management Department: Psych Transition Service Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Day / Evening Hours/Week: 40.00 Union: No Union Name: Non UnionFamily Support SpecialistSummary• The Family Support Specialist (FSS) brings a key family perspective to clinical teams providing outpatient mental health care. • In that context, they can help “translate” between the professional culture and the family’s culture, building trust and facilitating critical information sharing.• That two-way process, clarifying communication about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment planning, enhances engagement between parents and clinicians, so that children and youth are more likely to receive needed mental health services. ResponsibilitiesAssistance in navigating the child-serving systems (e.g., the Department of Children and Families (DCF), education, mental health, juvenile justice)Fostering empowerment, including linkages to peer/parent support and self-help groupsAssistance in identifying formal and community resources (e.g., after-school programs, food assistance, summer camps)Support, coaching, and training for the parent/caregiver.• Identify support services for children and families based on the Urgent Care team’s evaluation of the child’s needs• Coordinate resource information and service recommendations with the team, the Pediatrician and/or PCP, and other involved professionals (e.g. school, agencies) • Provide emotional support (under clinical supervision), to families in crisis and assist with urgent access to clinical care• Attend regular meetings with physicians and other staff at the clinic, to hear their concerns on behalf of families who may have missed an appointment, not connected with a referral or who are otherwise at-risk• Assist with parent communication during Initial Child Mental Health Consultation visits , as well as any follow-up episodes; including identification of areas of disagreement or confusion on the part of the family• Follow-up with identified families at the request of the clinical team, regarding the child’s mental health status or treatment needs• Bring new information back to the team (and document in the EMR) so that the plan can be clarified or changed to better fit the family’s needs, or other steps taken to improve family engagement.Other Information• Work Experience:Experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with special health care needs — important for other parents to know the FSS person has “been there,” and “can understand what families go through”Prior experience advocating for families beside their own, learning when and how to share their own stories as examples, and how to collaborate with clinicians and/or other professionalsAbility to represent “family voice” on the clinical team when interventions are being discussed, but, also, at a leadership level, if asked. For example, capacity to represent the family perspective regarding such things as development of useful resource materials for clinic families, or strategies for health promotion in the communityPositive interpersonal presence as a team memberPreferably bi-cultural and bi-lingual, when needed for the population being servedIn keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
Location: CHA Everett Hospital Work Days: 8:30am to 5:00pm Category: Social Work Department: Psych Inpatient Everett Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Day Hours/Week: 40.00 Union: Yes Union Name: MNA Health Care Professionals EHClinical Social Workers are vital members of the inpatient psychiatry service. They provide evaluation and treatment to adults ranging in age from 18 to 80+ years who can derive maximum benefit from inpatient care. The diversity of the adult patient population served in addition to the treatment modalities utilized requires interdisciplinary expertise and collaboration. Job Duties: Demonstrates an ability to be a problem solver and patient advocate to develop safe and appropriate discharge plans. Demonstrates a capacity to work collaboratively in a team setting, with an ability to listen to others, participate actively, and take appropriate responsibilities. Offers treatment recommendations for specific diagnosis while educating the geriatric patient about illness and treatment options. Contributes as a member of team in discussions of diagnosis and treatment. Shares problems and considers issues of acuity and risk. Participates in the assignment of mental health and addictions care options based on clinical practice criteria. Participates in the educational therapeutic groups relating to substance abuse, trauma, affective disorders, social skills enhancement, and medical illness. Shares and participates in the knowledge acquisition process of new initiatives, policies and practice. Maintains awareness of medical issues and/or problems of patients to ensure patients have preventative and secondary care. Collaborates on cases through the sharing of assessments and framework of treatment empowering PCP group to improve interventions. Collaborates with other caregivers, community agencies and family members as necessary to provide systemically informed, community-based treatment. Such collaboration may require participation in case review conferences and other meetings as needed. Completes timely psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and other required documentation in clients' medical record. Provides group therapy treatment as needed. Participates in teaching and training activities including continuing education activities needed to maintain licensing requirements. Demonstrates an understanding of aging and the needs of older adults facing mental health challenges. Qualifications:Masters degree, Social WorkLicensure: Current MA licensure as LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) or LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker) considered with eligibility for licensure of LICSW within two years of LCSW.Certifications: Same as above. When required, must be credentialed by the CHA Medical Staff for practice in relevant clinical practice areas.Previous Experience: Minimum of two years post-Masters degree for LICSW preferably working in an inpatient psychiatry setting with a relevant population. Minimum of one year internship experience for LCSW working in an inpatient psychiatry setting with relevant population In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital Work Days: 11.30am - 8pm Mon through Fri. Category: Professional and Management Department: Psych Transition Service Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Day / Evening Hours/Week: 40.00 Union: No Union Name: Non UnionFamily Support SpecialistSummary• The Family Support Specialist (FSS) brings a key family perspective to clinical teams providing outpatient mental health care. • In that context, they can help “translate” between the professional culture and the family’s culture, building trust and facilitating critical information sharing.• That two-way process, clarifying communication about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment planning, enhances engagement between parents and clinicians, so that children and youth are more likely to receive needed mental health services. ResponsibilitiesAssistance in navigating the child-serving systems (e.g., the Department of Children and Families (DCF), education, mental health, juvenile justice)Fostering empowerment, including linkages to peer/parent support and self-help groupsAssistance in identifying formal and community resources (e.g., after-school programs, food assistance, summer camps)Support, coaching, and training for the parent/caregiver.• Identify support services for children and families based on the Urgent Care team’s evaluation of the child’s needs• Coordinate resource information and service recommendations with the team, the Pediatrician and/or PCP, and other involved professionals (e.g. school, agencies) • Provide emotional support (under clinical supervision), to families in crisis and assist with urgent access to clinical care• Attend regular meetings with physicians and other staff at the clinic, to hear their concerns on behalf of families who may have missed an appointment, not connected with a referral or who are otherwise at-risk• Assist with parent communication during Initial Child Mental Health Consultation visits , as well as any follow-up episodes; including identification of areas of disagreement or confusion on the part of the family• Follow-up with identified families at the request of the clinical team, regarding the child’s mental health status or treatment needs• Bring new information back to the team (and document in the EMR) so that the plan can be clarified or changed to better fit the family’s needs, or other steps taken to improve family engagement.Other Information• Work Experience:Experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with special health care needs — important for other parents to know the FSS person has “been there,” and “can understand what families go through”Prior experience advocating for families beside their own, learning when and how to share their own stories as examples, and how to collaborate with clinicians and/or other professionalsAbility to represent “family voice” on the clinical team when interventions are being discussed, but, also, at a leadership level, if asked. For example, capacity to represent the family perspective regarding such things as development of useful resource materials for clinic families, or strategies for health promotion in the communityPositive interpersonal presence as a team memberPreferably bi-cultural and bi-lingual, when needed for the population being servedIn keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
*Sign-on-Bonus available $3,000*Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with the pediatric population (children birth to 3 years)? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families? Thom Child & Family Services located in Boston, MA is seeking a Social Worker - LCSW or LICSW to join their team.As an Early Intervention Social Worker / Clinician, you will be responsible for providing home and community based early intervention services to infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and their families in both their homes and community settings. You will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure service delivery is individualized, meaningful for the family, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Through this collaborative process you ensure families’ priorities, needs, culture, and values are prioritized.Position Responsibilities:Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of client’s developmental status.Provide direct child development services and activities developmentally appropriate for children 0-3 and their families.Participate in the development of Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) with responsibility for identifying goals, objectives, and strategies related to the child’s development.Complete progress notes, reports, assessments, and correspondence as appropriateProvides individual and group intervention for infants and toddlers from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or who are at risk for delays in the areas of cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor, and communication development.Assess family and child strengths/resources, concerns, and progress.Act as service coordinator for the family by scheduling, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the intervention plan for each family on caseload, ensuring that appropriate procedures and timelines are followed.Provides supportive professional assistance to families.Facilitate parent-child interactions to encourage child's development; assist families to act as advocates for their child.Position Requirements:Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work OR Certified or Licensed Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW) required.Experience with infants, toddlers and families is preferredKnowledge of family systems and early childhood development.Ability to engage in meaningful, therapeutic relationships with children, parents/caregivers, and community partners.Commitment to delivering individualized and culturally humble services.Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.Abide by all confidentiality and professional boundaries standards.Good computer skills as well as strong documentation skills.Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.Bilingual/Bicultural a plus.Thom Child & Family Services offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package including, but not limited to:Flexible Schedules: FT, PT, Per Diem and family hoursHealth and Dental Insurance, including Fitness Benefits and Wellness Incentive Program.Generous vacationPersonal timeSick time (80 – 96 hours every year)Paid holiday (10-12 paid holidays)403(b) with employer matchingSection 125 flexible benefits plan (Medical and dependent care)Employer sponsored Long-term disability insurance.Employer sponsored Life InsuranceEmployer sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceProductivity Bonus PlanContinuing education leave and paid conference fees.Paid professional license renewal fees.Clinical supervision, mentoring and team support.Mileage reimbursementOther optional benefits:Short-term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceCancer InsurancePlease note that Thom Child & Family Services are following the COVID guidelines for health care providers outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASEThom Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.
Location: CHA Everett Hospital Work Days: 8:30am to 5:00pm Category: Social Work Department: Psych Inpatient Everett Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Day Hours/Week: 40.00 Union: Yes Union Name: MNA Health Care Professionals EHClinical Social Workers are vital members of the inpatient psychiatry service. They provide evaluation and treatment to adults ranging in age from 18 to 80+ years who can derive maximum benefit from inpatient care. The diversity of the adult patient population served in addition to the treatment modalities utilized requires interdisciplinary expertise and collaboration. Job Duties: Demonstrates an ability to be a problem solver and patient advocate to develop safe and appropriate discharge plans. Demonstrates a capacity to work collaboratively in a team setting, with an ability to listen to others, participate actively, and take appropriate responsibilities. Offers treatment recommendations for specific diagnosis while educating the geriatric patient about illness and treatment options. Contributes as a member of team in discussions of diagnosis and treatment. Shares problems and considers issues of acuity and risk. Participates in the assignment of mental health and addictions care options based on clinical practice criteria. Participates in the educational therapeutic groups relating to substance abuse, trauma, affective disorders, social skills enhancement, and medical illness. Shares and participates in the knowledge acquisition process of new initiatives, policies and practice. Maintains awareness of medical issues and/or problems of patients to ensure patients have preventative and secondary care. Collaborates on cases through the sharing of assessments and framework of treatment empowering PCP group to improve interventions. Collaborates with other caregivers, community agencies and family members as necessary to provide systemically informed, community-based treatment. Such collaboration may require participation in case review conferences and other meetings as needed. Completes timely psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and other required documentation in clients' medical record. Provides group therapy treatment as needed. Participates in teaching and training activities including continuing education activities needed to maintain licensing requirements. Demonstrates an understanding of aging and the needs of older adults facing mental health challenges. Qualifications:Masters degree, Social WorkLicensure: Current MA licensure as LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) or LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker) considered with eligibility for licensure of LICSW within two years of LCSW.Certifications: Same as above. When required, must be credentialed by the CHA Medical Staff for practice in relevant clinical practice areas.Previous Experience: Minimum of two years post-Masters degree for LICSW preferably working in an inpatient psychiatry setting with a relevant population. Minimum of one year internship experience for LCSW working in an inpatient psychiatry setting with relevant population In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
*Sign-on-Bonus available $3,000*Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with the pediatric population (children birth to 3 years)? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families? Thom Child & Family Services located in Woburn, MA is seeking a Developmental Specialist/Early Childhood Educator to join their team.As an Early Intervention Early Childhood Educator or Developmental Specialist, you will be responsible for providing home and community based early intervention services to infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and their families in both their homes and community settings. You will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure service delivery is individualized, meaningful for the family, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Through this collaborative process you ensure families’ priorities, needs, culture, and values are prioritized.Position Responsibilities:Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of client’s developmental status.Provide direct child development services and activities developmentally appropriate for children 0-3 and their families.Participate in the development of Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) with responsibility for identifying goals, objectives, and strategies related to the child’s development.Complete progress notes, reports, assessments, and correspondence as appropriateProvides individual and group intervention for infants and toddlers from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or who are at risk for delays in the areas of cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor, and communication development.Assess family and child strengths/resources, concerns, and progress.Act as service coordinator for the family by scheduling, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the intervention plan for each family on caseload, ensuring that appropriate procedures and timelines are followed.Provides supportive professional assistance to families.Facilitate parent-child interactions to encourage child's development; assist families to act as advocates for their child.Position Requirements:A Bachelor’s Degree with a major or concentration in infants and toddlers (includes Early Intervention and Early Childhood Education), child development, child studies, education or special education and at least 300 hours of practicum or work experience with young children.Experience with infants, toddlers and families is preferredKnowledge of family systems and early childhood development.Ability to engage in meaningful, therapeutic relationships with children, parents/caregivers, and community partners.Commitment to delivering individualized and culturally humble services.Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.Abide by all confidentiality and professional boundaries standards.Good computer skills as well as strong documentation skills.Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.Bilingual/Bicultural a plus.Thom Child & Family Services offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package including, but not limited to:Flexible Schedules: FT, PT, Per Diem and family hoursHealth and Dental Insurance, including Fitness Benefits and Wellness Incentive Program.Generous vacationPersonal timeSick time (80 – 96 hours every year)Paid holiday (10-12 paid holidays)403(b) with employer matchingSection 125 flexible benefits plan (Medical and dependent care)Employer sponsored Long-term disability insurance.Employer sponsored Life InsuranceEmployer sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceProductivity Bonus PlanContinuing education leave and paid conference fees.Paid professional license renewal fees.Clinical supervision, mentoring and team support.Mileage reimbursementOther optional benefits:Short-term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceCancer InsurancePlease note that Thom Child & Family Services are following the COVID guidelines for health care providers outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASEThom Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.
*Sign-on-Bonus available $3,000*Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with the pediatric population (children birth to 3 years)? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families? Thom Child & Family Services located in Waltham, MA is seeking a Developmental Specialist/Early Childhood Educator to join their team.As an Early Intervention Early Childhood Educator or Developmental Specialist, you will be responsible for providing home and community based early intervention services to infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and their families in both their homes and community settings. You will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure service delivery is individualized, meaningful for the family, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Through this collaborative process you ensure families’ priorities, needs, culture, and values are prioritized.Position Responsibilities:Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of client’s developmental status.Provide direct child development services and activities developmentally appropriate for children 0-3 and their families.Participate in the development of Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) with responsibility for identifying goals, objectives, and strategies related to the child’s development.Complete progress notes, reports, assessments, and correspondence as appropriateProvides individual and group intervention for infants and toddlers from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or who are at risk for delays in the areas of cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor, and communication development.Assess family and child strengths/resources, concerns, and progress.Act as service coordinator for the family by scheduling, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the intervention plan for each family on caseload, ensuring that appropriate procedures and timelines are followed.Provides supportive professional assistance to families.Facilitate parent-child interactions to encourage child's development; assist families to act as advocates for their child.Position Requirements:A Bachelor’s Degree with a major or concentration in infants and toddlers (includes Early Intervention and Early Childhood Education), child development, child studies, education or special education and at least 300 hours of practicum or work experience with young children.Fluency in Spanish language a plusExperience with infants, toddlers and families is preferredKnowledge of family systems and early childhood development.Ability to engage in meaningful, therapeutic relationships with children, parents/caregivers, and community partners.Commitment to delivering individualized and culturally humble services.Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.Abide by all confidentiality and professional boundaries standards.Good computer skills as well as strong documentation skills.Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.Thom Child & Family Services offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package including, but not limited to:Flexible Schedules: FT, PT, Per Diem and family hoursHealth and Dental Insurance, including Fitness Benefits and Wellness Incentive Program.Generous vacationPersonal timeSick time (80 – 96 hours every year)Paid holiday (10-12 paid holidays)403(b) with employer matchingSection 125 flexible benefits plan (Medical and dependent care)Employer sponsored Long-term disability insurance.Employer sponsored Life InsuranceEmployer sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceProductivity Bonus PlanContinuing education leave and paid conference fees.Paid professional license renewal fees.Clinical supervision, mentoring and team support.Mileage reimbursementOther optional benefits:Short-term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceCancer InsurancePlease note that Thom Child & Family Services are following the COVID guidelines for health care providers outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASEThom Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.
*Sign-on-Bonus available $3,000*Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with the pediatric population (children birth to 3 years)? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families? Thom Child & Family Services located in Norwood, MA is seeking a Developmental Specialist/Early Childhood Educator to join their team.As an Early Intervention Early Childhood Educator or Developmental Specialist, you will be responsible for providing home and community based early intervention services to infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and their families in both their homes and community settings. You will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure service delivery is individualized, meaningful for the family, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Through this collaborative process you ensure families’ priorities, needs, culture, and values are prioritized.Position Responsibilities:Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of client’s developmental status.Provide direct child development services and activities developmentally appropriate for children 0-3 and their families.Participate in the development of Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) with responsibility for identifying goals, objectives, and strategies related to the child’s development.Complete progress notes, reports, assessments, and correspondence as appropriateProvides individual and group intervention for infants and toddlers from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or who are at risk for delays in the areas of cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor, and communication development.Assess family and child strengths/resources, concerns, and progress.Act as service coordinator for the family by scheduling, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the intervention plan for each family on caseload, ensuring that appropriate procedures and timelines are followed.Provides supportive professional assistance to families.Facilitate parent-child interactions to encourage child's development; assist families to act as advocates for their child.Position Requirements:A Bachelor’s Degree with a major or concentration in infants and toddlers (includes Early Intervention and Early Childhood Education), child development, child studies, education or special education and at least 300 hours of practicum or work experience with young children.Experience with infants, toddlers and families is preferredKnowledge of family systems and early childhood development.Ability to engage in meaningful, therapeutic relationships with children, parents/caregivers, and community partners.Commitment to delivering individualized and culturally humble services.Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.Abide by all confidentiality and professional boundaries standards.Good computer skills as well as strong documentation skills.Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.Bilingual/Bicultural a plus.Thom Child & Family Services offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package including, but not limited to:Flexible Schedules: FT, PT, Per Diem and family hoursHealth and Dental Insurance, including Fitness Benefits and Wellness Incentive Program.Generous vacationPersonal timeSick time (80 – 96 hours every year)Paid holiday (10-12 paid holidays)403(b) with employer matchingSection 125 flexible benefits plan (Medical and dependent care)Employer sponsored Long-term disability insurance.Employer sponsored Life InsuranceEmployer sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceProductivity Bonus PlanContinuing education leave and paid conference fees.Paid professional license renewal fees.Clinical supervision, mentoring and team support.Mileage reimbursementOther optional benefits:Short-term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceCancer InsurancePlease note that Thom Child & Family Services are following the COVID guidelines for health care providers outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASEThom Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.
ABOUT JF&CSFor more than 150 years, Jewish Family & Children's Service has been helping individuals and families of build a strong foundation for resilience and well-being. We intentionally serve and employ people of ALL faiths, backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Through an integrated portfolio of more than 40 programs reaching communities throughout Eastern and Central Massachusetts, JF&CS focuses on meeting the needs of new parents and their children, older adults and family caregivers, children and adults with disabilities, and people experiencing poverty, hunger, or domestic abuse.ABOUT OUR HEALTHY FAMILIES PROGRAMHealthy Families Central Middlesex is an intensive weekly home visiting program for first-time parents 23 years of age and younger providing family advocacy and parental coaching. Family Support Advocates are trained by Children's Trust and are employed by Jewish Family and Children's Service located in Waltham. The program goals are to prevent child abuse and neglect, support health and development of children, assist with parental education and economic self-sufficiency, promote optimal parental health and wellness, and reduce repeat teen pregnancies. Our teamwork, training and work with families is currently being conducted with a combination of in-person home visits and virtually through Zoom, FaceTime, and WhatsApp.Healthy Families Central Middlesex provides home based service in the cities and towns of Acton, Arlington, Bedford, Belmont, Boxborough, Burlington, Cambridge, Carlisle, Concord, Lexington, Lincoln, Littleton, Needham, Newton, Somerville, Waltham, Watertown, Wellesley, Weston, Wilmington, Winchester, and Woburn.ABOUT YOUAs the Program Supervisor you will be part of the leadership team and will support the staff in their work with young families. We are looking for a candidate who is collaborative, supportive to their colleagues and partner with those they oversee, rather than a traditional command and control management style. The Healthy Family Team is very much rooted in a collaborative approach to teamwork, support and reflective feedback. Strong organizational skills are a must.ABOUT THE ROLE:The Program Supervisor roles is a full-time position of 36.25 hours per week.The hourly rate of pay is $31.This position is hybrid where your schedule will include time in our Waltham office and working from home.Your workday will include:Provide weekly reflective supervision sessions (both clinical and administrative supervision) for family support advocates (up to 5).Foster mutual respect and camaraderie among all staff.Supervise and train staff to ensure high quality service delivery which meets the needs of families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic backgrounds.Provide timely support and oversite of all service documentation, both paper and electronic forms and all entries into a web-based data system.Manage and oversee the planning, development, and implementation of the program's required annual groups for young parents.Network with community agencies to provide appropriate referrals and connections for children and families. Promote community awareness regarding our program's services through outreach and networking while advocating for identified needs of participant families.Act as liaison between collaborating community agencies and groups as appropriate.As a key member of the leadership team, collaborate with the Program Coordinator in developing and implementing staff training and collecting and analyzing program monitoring data to meet Healthy Families America standards.Perform other reasonable duties requested by Program Coordinator. Follow all agency policies and procedures.The role comes with the following benefits:Best-in field paid time off, including 22 days of vacation time, plus 10 national and some Jewish holidaysPaid sick timeMileage reimbursementImmediate eligibility for insurance and benefitsMedical, Dental and Vision PlansLife InsurancePet Insurance403b Retirement PlansDisability, Critical Illness, and Accident InsuranceEducational, Experience and Skills Requirements:Bachelor's Degree required with 3-years relevant experience, MSW or Advanced Degree preferredExperience in home visiting with families is preferred, but not essential, with focus on prevention strategies for children 0-3.Knowledge of infant/child development and parent- child relationships, maternal/paternal-infant health and the impact of child abuse and neglect, and understanding of a strength-based modelExperience with providing supervision including reflective practice, team building, staff motivation and support in a stressful work environment, and group facilitationExperience working and collaborating in a multicultural environmentStrong interpersonal and communication skillsKnowledge of community resources helpfulProficiency in another language would be an advantage but not essential to the roleStrong organizational skills essentialStrong writing and computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (excel, word, outlook, power point) essentialABOUT THE PROCESSApplying for the position of Program Supervisor has the following requirements:A current resumeCover letterCOVID-19 vaccination and proof of vaccineIf you are selected for consideration, the hiring process could include:An initial phone screenAn in-person interview with team membersBackground check3 References, including two professional referencesCopy of highest education receivedOther hiring requirements**In compliance with federal vaccine mandates, COVID-19 vaccination & proof of vaccine will be required prior to employment or employees must have an approved exemption for medical or religious reasons by the first day of employment with JF&CS.**JF&CS is an equal opportunity employer who serves and employs people of all cultures and faith traditions and highly values diversity, equity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all without regard for race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability.
At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.Senior Researcher, BiologyGeneral Summary:Eisai has been dedicated for decades to the pursuit of novel therapeutics to improve the lives of people suffering from dementia and their families. Recognizing the potential for human genetics, data sciences and precision chemistry to disrupt the drug discovery paradigm, Eisai launched the Eisai Center for Genetics Guided Dementia Discovery (G2D2) in 2019 to accelerate the discovery of innovative therapeutics. G2D2 is a unique drug discovery organization driven by a diverse group of passionate, dedicated and collaborative scientists committed to one goal: delivering breakthroughs for patients and their families. All Eisai employees, as part of the company’s human health care (hhc) mission, spend at least 1% of their working time with patients and families to ensure that the innovation we drive is based on an understanding of their real needs.A historical strength of G2D2, driven by insights from human genetics, is immunodementia: targeting immune-related targets for dementia. Expanding from this strength to additional themes in the biology of neurodegenerative disorders, we focus not only on how human genetics and other human biology data may identify and validate therapeutic targets with increased likelihood of success in clinical trials, but also how this data guides selection of the best approaches to design new therapeutics and deliver them to the right patient at the right time. Recognizing the obvious alignment between human genetics and nucleic acid modalities, our precision chemistry strategy is to validate human biology hypotheses by utilizing our unique RNA-targeting therapeutic platform. G2D2’s expertise in harnessing molecular complexity (stereochemistry and topology) to successfully discover and develop natural product based therapeutics has been applied to create an evolving unique nucleic acid therapeutic platform that is being employed globally in multiple clinical and pre-clinical programs at Eisai.G2D2’s cutting-edge 50,000-square-foot facility is strategically located in Cambridge, MA, to accelerate collaborations with leading research institutes in this world-class biotech hub. Our facility is designed around an open-lab concept, enabling scientists with multi-disciplinary backgrounds to work together in a single integrated lab space. Our labs include state-of-the-art capabilities that support the variety of disciplines located at the site, including medicinal and process chemistry, in-vitro and in-vivo biology, microscopy, DMPK, drug safety, chemical and structural biology, automation and screening, and more. G2D2 is home to Eisai’s global capabilities in neurology discovery data science as well as other global Eisai functions, including global health, DMPK, Safety, and IP, thus providing a rich environment for cross-functional interaction. Our office is designed to foster an atmosphere of mission-driven and collaborative science, using new collaboration tools and technologies, and is being optimized to support a hybrid work environment.At Eisai, we highly value both internal and external collaboration and pursue flexible research models with a range of external scientific partners to accelerate delivery of innovative medicines. To this end, the G2D2 facility includes the Eisai Innovation Center Biolabs, which provides space and infrastructure to start-up/spin-out companies conducting high-risk but potentially transformative research that can impact the discovery of breakthrough neuroscience therapeutics.More information about G2D2 is provided here (http://eisai.mediaroom.com/2018-06-12-Eisai-Inc-to-Launch-Center-for-Genetics-Guided-Dementia-Discovery-in-Cambridge-Massachusetts) and here (https://us.eisai.com/research/g2d2), and about Eisai's Neurology strategy and pipeline are provided here (https://www.eisai.com/index.html).Job SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Researcher, Biology, to join the iPSC team in the Translational Models Department. This role's main responsibilities will be maintaining stem cell lines and differentiating brain cell types including microglia, neurons, and astrocytes. Additional responsibilities will include conducting characterization and functional assays and working with colleagues to generate multi-cell culture and 3D models to explore disease mechanisms and compound effects in support of our drug discovery programs for the treatment of Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.Primary Responsibilities:The successful candidate will be proficient in utilizing his/her experience on iPSC differentiation and disease model characterization. Specifically, this person will be responsible for:Hands-on work on multiple parallel brain cell differentiations.Optimize conditions for complex iPSC in vitro cultures platforms.Help develop iPSC in vitro disease 2D/3D models.Routinely performs quality check of stem cells and differentiated brain cells, quality control of differentiation batches (karyotyping, mycoplasma testing, ICC, Flow cytometry).Qualifications/Skills:BS degree in Cell Biology or Neuroscience with 2+ years of laboratory experience in industry setting required; (OR) MS degree in Cell Biology or Neuroscience with no prior laboratory industry experience, but with academic research experience or industry internships may be considered.Experience in developing iPSC derived 2D and/or 3D disease models.Expertise in the execution and development of in vitro differentiation of iPSC, preferably neural and glial cell types including neurons, microglia, astrocytes, and oligodendrocytes.Hands-on experience with iPSC culture, maintenance, and quality check (cell line biobanking, thawing cells, stability testing).Familiarity with immunocytochemistry, high-content imaging, image analysis, cell-based assays.Ability to think critically, design, execute, troubleshoot, analyze experiments, interpret results, and maintain a detailed electronic lab notebook.Ability to clearly present results at team meetings.Dedicated team player.Experience working with complex in vitro systems, such as brain organoids, organ on the chip, is a plus.Cell genome engineering experience is a plus.Experience electrophysiological recording of neuronal cultures, such as MEA (Multi Electrode Array) is a plus.Experience working with liquid handler robot (e.g., Hamilton, Tecan) a plus.#LI-MG1#IND123Eisai requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide valid proof of vaccination as of their start date, to the extent permitted under applicable law. This requirement is a condition of employment at Eisai, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at an Eisai site, field based or is fully remote. If you are unable to receive the vaccine for qualifying medical reasons (including pregnancy-related), or religious reasons (sincerely held religious beliefs), you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.Eisai Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of all new hires in the United States. Please click on the following link for more information:Right To WorkE-Verify Participation
Company Overview: We are hiring for a Senior Living Physical Therapist. Brookdale Cushing Park Assisted Living Facility At Massachusetts Physical Therapy Services of Quincy a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you! employee wellness programs flexibility for true work-life balance holidays & paid time off continuing education & career growth opportunities company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today! Essential Functions: Completes initial evaluation in a timely manner.Evaluates the patient to determine rehab potential, identifies needs, establishes an individualized treatment plan of care, and sets goals to be used in the team plan of care.Sets initial STG's and LTG's.Collaborates with patient and family in goal setting and achievement.Schedules patient at appropriate time for therapy.Identifies patient and family education needs.Utilizes equipment in a proper and safe manner, maintains equipment inspection, maintenance and cleaning logs, reports broken or faulty equipment.Maintains equipment logs for required equipment in the outpatient clinic.Follows medical regimen developed for the patient. Is aware of and adheres to precautions (THR, TKR, Cardiac, Wound, etc.).Utilizes the following safe treatment techniques: transfers, positioning, feeding, splinting, paraffin bath, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, etc.Utilizes treatment approaches according to established PT protocols and policies.Documents each visit in the EMR.Documents units of treatment for each visit in the EMR.Completes D/C summary on each patient on their final visit to outpatient PT.Completes appropriate discharge planning in the following areas: Develops and reviews Home Exercise Program (HEP) with patient and family/caregiver. Provides discharge instructions to patient and family as clinically appropriate.Actively participates in Department Team meetings.Conducts in services for other staff members as needed or identified.Participates in weekend and holiday rotation as needed.Participates in student supervision as indicated.Assists in the interview process for new therapy department employees as needed.Wound Care-provides wound care to patients as allowed by state licensure boards and practice acts Education & Experience: Formal Education: Bachelor's DegreeExperience: Less than 6 monthsLicense, Registration, and / or Certification Requirement: YesGraduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy and successful completion of the National Registry exam.Recent graduates who have applied for the registration exam may be considered for provisional appointment.CPR certification and all other certificates and documents as required by LHC Group policy.Current Physical Therapy License in state of practiceMust be willing to accept management duties as assigned LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic. Must be fully vaccinated or be willing to complete full vaccination by date of hire and proof of vaccination will be required. If permitted by state law, the company will consider requests for religious or medical exemptions. Massachusetts Physical Therapy Services of Quincy a part of LHC Group – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: “It's all about helping people.”
Location: CHA Somerville Campus Work Days: N Category: Registered Nurse Department: 5 East and 5 West Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Night Hours/Week: 40.00 Union: Yes Union Name: MNA SomervilleDEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:Summary:The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for patients in accordance with established Nursing Standards of Care. He/she demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and is directly reports to a designated nurse manager and/or clinical manager / off shift manager.Responsibilities:Collaboration:• Identifies own strengths, limitations, and values in functioning as a member • Elicits others advice and perspectives including that of the patient and participates fully in interdisciplinary forums that promote an integrated approach to patient care, e.g. multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings • Access appropriate resources to advocate for and optimize patient care considers the interests of all team members, making choices that best benefit patient family Advocacy and Moral Agency• Understands the concepts of accountability for own nursing practice able to recognize basic ethical • Recognizes tensions between professional autonomy and systems factors demonstrates professional comportment behaviors including attention to appearance demeanor, respect for self and others and attention to professional boundaries among patients, families, and caregivers • Recognizes the need for using an ethical decision making framework for clinical situations and obtains assistance in solving ethical dilemmas as needed Caring Practices:• Expresses empathy and compassion for patients and families treats everyone with courtesy, dignity and respect consistently participates in patient rounding/ huddle/ use of white boards/ bedside • Demonstrates emotional intelligence, i.e., the capacity to perceive, assess, and manage the emotions of one’s self and others • Demonstrates meaningful connections by “knowing” the patients they serve • Provides patient centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience • Communicates patient values, preferences and expressed needs to health care team • Assesses the impact of cultural beliefs and systems on patient responses to care • Develops interventions that take into consideration individual beliefs, customs, and practices • Demonstrates use of proactive communication and interpersonal skills in response to patient needs and concerns Clinical Judgment:• Consistently collects and interprets patient data from all available sources • Applies knowledge to clinical presentation to make decisions and evaluate clinical outcomes • Sets plan of care priorities based on identified patient needs and uses appropriate technologies in the process of assessing and monitoring patients and documenting care collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan for multiple complex patient care Clinical Inquiry:• Follows evidence based standards and guidelines • Recognizes changing patient conditions and responds immediately • Describes reliable sources for locating research, evidence reports and clinical guidelines relevant to clinical practice area • Tailors standards and guidelines to the needs of individual patients • Uses QI tools and methodologies to assess performance and identify gaps between current unit & best practice related to key clinical outcome measures Systems Thinking:• Considers system resources available in the practice area when developing the plan of care for a patient or group of patients • Brings issues of concern at the practice area level to the attention of others when assistance is needed to facilitate resolution • Demonstrates understanding that care and services are delivered in a variety of settings along a care continuum • Recognizes how to obtain resources beyond those of the unit and does so on behalf of patients/families as needed Identifies and works to remove barriers that block the delivery of reliable customer service Facilitation of Learning:• Initiates independent learning based on identified needs and reflective practices • Actively engages as a “super user” or “unit champion” during roll out of new products equipment, processes, e.g., EPIC, rounding, code chill, etc .• Seeks out opportunities to learn, teach and positively influence others and advance practice using quality improvement methodologies and current evidence/data • Based on learning needs assessment, effectively uses teach back methodology, motivational interviewing, and self-management goals to provide meaningful patient/family education Leadership:• Embraces continuous improvement, is flexible and open to new ideas • Participates in activities that help formulate solutions to unit ineffectiveness and/or failures that impact patient care, e.g., recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate • Participates in change process to improve patient care, the work environment, and patient and staff satisfaction • Seeks out opportunities to serve as change leader in practice area • Acts as an effective role model and resource for students and ancillary staff Professionalism:• Demonstrates engagement in lifelong learning and self-assessment of ongoing professional development needs • Known as a “relationship builder” in the practice area – champions working together and creating synergy • Participates in development of innovative solutions to clinical issues • Practices as an autonomous clinical decision maker • Is an effective steward of available clinical resources, e.g., accurate assessment of patient acuity when making decisions regarding staffing, transfers and assignments Customer Service:• Creates positive impressions that consistently demonstrate actions associated with CHA service standards and professionalism • Consistently “manages up” other co-workers, departments, providers, and Patient Safety:• Adheres to established safety practices, e.g., National Patient Safety goals and evidence based guidelines / protocols to prevent adverse patient outcomes • Adheres to regulatory requirements, e.g., DPH, TJC, DMH, Medicare, etc • Adheres to the five rights of medication administration, and related documentation standards • Adheres to department documentation standards and uses data from electronic record to guide patient care • Uses available technologies to support and enhance patient care, e.g., smart pumps, call bell system, EPIC reports, smart phrases, acuity tools, etcTechnical and Procedural Skills• Demonstrates appropriate procedural /technical competence specific to practice area ( Unit / Clinic Specific Competencies & required certifications and work experience) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Other information:All newly hired RN candidates must have a BSN degree within 1 year of hireLicensure: MA. RN Licensure requiredCertifications: Maintains current Basic Life Support "C" certification In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
Location: CHA Somerville Campus Work Days: N Category: Registered Nurse Department: 5 East and 5 West Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Night Hours/Week: 40.00 Union: Yes Union Name: MNA SomervilleDEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:Summary:The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for patients in accordance with established Nursing Standards of Care. He/she demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and is directly reports to a designated nurse manager and/or clinical manager / off shift manager.Responsibilities:Collaboration:• Identifies own strengths, limitations, and values in functioning as a member • Elicits others advice and perspectives including that of the patient and participates fully in interdisciplinary forums that promote an integrated approach to patient care, e.g. multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings • Access appropriate resources to advocate for and optimize patient care considers the interests of all team members, making choices that best benefit patient family Advocacy and Moral Agency• Understands the concepts of accountability for own nursing practice able to recognize basic ethical • Recognizes tensions between professional autonomy and systems factors demonstrates professional comportment behaviors including attention to appearance demeanor, respect for self and others and attention to professional boundaries among patients, families, and caregivers • Recognizes the need for using an ethical decision making framework for clinical situations and obtains assistance in solving ethical dilemmas as needed Caring Practices:• Expresses empathy and compassion for patients and families treats everyone with courtesy, dignity and respect consistently participates in patient rounding/ huddle/ use of white boards/ bedside • Demonstrates emotional intelligence, i.e., the capacity to perceive, assess, and manage the emotions of one’s self and others • Demonstrates meaningful connections by “knowing” the patients they serve • Provides patient centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience • Communicates patient values, preferences and expressed needs to health care team • Assesses the impact of cultural beliefs and systems on patient responses to care • Develops interventions that take into consideration individual beliefs, customs, and practices • Demonstrates use of proactive communication and interpersonal skills in response to patient needs and concerns Clinical Judgment:• Consistently collects and interprets patient data from all available sources • Applies knowledge to clinical presentation to make decisions and evaluate clinical outcomes • Sets plan of care priorities based on identified patient needs and uses appropriate technologies in the process of assessing and monitoring patients and documenting care collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan for multiple complex patient care Clinical Inquiry:• Follows evidence based standards and guidelines • Recognizes changing patient conditions and responds immediately • Describes reliable sources for locating research, evidence reports and clinical guidelines relevant to clinical practice area • Tailors standards and guidelines to the needs of individual patients • Uses QI tools and methodologies to assess performance and identify gaps between current unit & best practice related to key clinical outcome measures Systems Thinking:• Considers system resources available in the practice area when developing the plan of care for a patient or group of patients • Brings issues of concern at the practice area level to the attention of others when assistance is needed to facilitate resolution • Demonstrates understanding that care and services are delivered in a variety of settings along a care continuum • Recognizes how to obtain resources beyond those of the unit and does so on behalf of patients/families as needed Identifies and works to remove barriers that block the delivery of reliable customer service Facilitation of Learning:• Initiates independent learning based on identified needs and reflective practices • Actively engages as a “super user” or “unit champion” during roll out of new products equipment, processes, e.g., EPIC, rounding, code chill, etc .• Seeks out opportunities to learn, teach and positively influence others and advance practice using quality improvement methodologies and current evidence/data • Based on learning needs assessment, effectively uses teach back methodology, motivational interviewing, and self-management goals to provide meaningful patient/family education Leadership:• Embraces continuous improvement, is flexible and open to new ideas • Participates in activities that help formulate solutions to unit ineffectiveness and/or failures that impact patient care, e.g., recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate • Participates in change process to improve patient care, the work environment, and patient and staff satisfaction • Seeks out opportunities to serve as change leader in practice area • Acts as an effective role model and resource for students and ancillary staff Professionalism:• Demonstrates engagement in lifelong learning and self-assessment of ongoing professional development needs • Known as a “relationship builder” in the practice area – champions working together and creating synergy • Participates in development of innovative solutions to clinical issues • Practices as an autonomous clinical decision maker • Is an effective steward of available clinical resources, e.g., accurate assessment of patient acuity when making decisions regarding staffing, transfers and assignments Customer Service:• Creates positive impressions that consistently demonstrate actions associated with CHA service standards and professionalism • Consistently “manages up” other co-workers, departments, providers, and Patient Safety:• Adheres to established safety practices, e.g., National Patient Safety goals and evidence based guidelines / protocols to prevent adverse patient outcomes • Adheres to regulatory requirements, e.g., DPH, TJC, DMH, Medicare, etc • Adheres to the five rights of medication administration, and related documentation standards • Adheres to department documentation standards and uses data from electronic record to guide patient care • Uses available technologies to support and enhance patient care, e.g., smart pumps, call bell system, EPIC reports, smart phrases, acuity tools, etcTechnical and Procedural Skills• Demonstrates appropriate procedural /technical competence specific to practice area ( Unit / Clinic Specific Competencies & required certifications and work experience) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Other information:All newly hired RN candidates must have a BSN degree within 1 year of hireLicensure: MA. RN Licensure requiredCertifications: Maintains current Basic Life Support "C" certification In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
*Sign-on-Bonus available $5,000*Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with the pediatric population (children birth to 3 years)? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families? Thom Child & Family Services located in Waltham, MA is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join their team.As an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for providing home and community-based early intervention services to infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and their families in both their homes and community settings. You will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure service delivery is individualized, meaningful for the family, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Through this collaborative process, you ensure families’ priorities, needs, culture, and values are prioritized.Position Responsibilities:Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of the client’s developmental status.Provide direct speech therapy services and activities developmentally appropriate for children 0-3 and their families.Participate in the development of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) with responsibility for identifying goals, objectives, and strategies related to the child’s development.Complete progress notes, reports, assessments, and correspondence as appropriateProvides individual and group intervention for infants and toddlers from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or who are at risk for delays in the areas of cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor, and communication development.Assess family and child strengths/resources, concerns, and progress.Act as a service coordinator for the family by scheduling, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the intervention plan for each family on the caseload, ensuring that appropriate procedures and timelines are followed.Provides supportive professional assistance to families.Facilitate parent-child interactions to encourage child's development; assist families to act as advocates for their child.Position Requirements:Current Massachusetts licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA).Or CF eligibleKnowledge of family systems and early childhood development.Ability to engage in meaningful, therapeutic relationships with children, parents/caregivers, and community partners.Commitment to delivering individualized and culturally humble services.Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.Abide by all confidentiality and professional boundaries standards.Good computer skills as well as strong documentation skills.Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.Bilingual/Bicultural a plus.Thom Child & Family Services offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package including, but not limited to:Flexible Schedules: FT, PT, Per Diem and family hoursHealth and Dental Insurance, including Fitness Benefits and Wellness Incentive Program.Generous vacationPersonal timeSick time (80 – 96 hours every year)Paid holiday (10-12 paid holidays)403(b) with employer matchingSection 125 flexible benefits plan (Medical and dependent care)Employer sponsored Long-term disability insurance.Employer sponsored Life InsuranceEmployer sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceProductivity Bonus PlanContinuing education leave and paid conference fees.Paid professional license renewal fees.Clinical supervision, mentoring and team support.Mileage reimbursementOther optional benefits:Short-term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceCancer InsurancePlease note that Thom Child & Family Services are following the COVID guidelines for health care providers outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASEThom Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.
*Sign-on-Bonus available $5,000*Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with the pediatric population (children birth to 3 years)? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families? Thom Child & Family Services located in Woburn, MA is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to join their team.As an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for providing home and community-based early intervention services to infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and their families in both their homes and community settings. You will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure service delivery is individualized, meaningful for the family, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Through this collaborative process, you ensure families’ priorities, needs, culture, and values are prioritized.Position Responsibilities:Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of the client’s developmental status.Provide direct speech therapy services and activities developmentally appropriate for children 0-3 and their families.Participate in the development of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) with responsibility for identifying goals, objectives, and strategies related to the child’s development.Complete progress notes, reports, assessments, and correspondence as appropriateProvides individual and group intervention for infants and toddlers from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or who are at risk for delays in the areas of cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor, and communication development.Assess family and child strengths/resources, concerns, and progress.Act as a service coordinator for the family by scheduling, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the intervention plan for each family on caseload, ensuring that appropriate procedures and timelines are followed.Provides supportive professional assistance to families.Facilitate parent-child interactions to encourage child's development; assist families to act as advocates for their child.Position Requirements:Current Massachusetts licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA).Or CF eligibleKnowledge of family systems and early childhood development.Ability to engage in meaningful, therapeutic relationships with children, parents/caregivers, and community partners.Commitment to delivering individualized and culturally humble services.Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.Abide by all confidentiality and professional boundaries standards.Good computer skills as well as strong documentation skills.Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.Bilingual/Bicultural a plus.Thom Child & Family Services offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:Flexible Schedules: FT, PT, Per Diem, and family hoursHealth and Dental Insurance, including Fitness Benefits and Wellness Incentive Program.Generous vacationPersonal timeSick time (80 – 96 hours every year)Paid holiday (10-12 paid holidays)403(b) with employer matchingSection 125 flexible benefits plan (Medical and dependent care)Employer sponsored Long-term disability insurance.Employer sponsored Life InsuranceEmployer-sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceProductivity Bonus PlanContinuing education leave and paid conference fees.Paid professional license renewal fees.Clinical supervision, mentoring, and team support.Mileage reimbursementOther optional benefits:Short-term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceCancer InsurancePlease note that Thom Child & Family Services are following the COVID guidelines for health care providers outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASEThom Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.
Location: CHA Cambridge HospitalWork Days: 7pm-7:30am every other weekend and holiday rotationCategory: Registered NurseDepartment: Labor and DeliveryJob Type: Part TimeWork Shift: NightHours/Week: 24 hours a weekUnion : YesUnion Name: MNA CambridgeDEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:The Maternity Suite at Cambridge Hospital is a beautiful unit with lovely views of downtown Boston and Harvard Square. It includes a Labor and Delivery (L&D) Unit and a Post Partum Unit and helps more than 1,100 growing families every year. The 7 bed labor unit has 3 triage bays and 2 ORs. We are proud of our multidisciplinary patient care, our culturally sensitive approach to labor and delivery, and some of the lowest C-section rates in Massachusetts. The Post Partum Unit consists of 12 private rooms with a level 1b continuing care nursery. This unit provides care for mothers and infants right after birth and through the early stages of postpartum to discharge. We foster a culturally sensitive approach to couplet care and early family bonding.Summary:The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for patients in accordance with established Nursing Standards of Care. He/she demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and is directly reports to a designated nurse manager and/or clinical manager / off shift manager.Responsibilities:Collaboration:• Identifies own strengths, limitations, and values in functioning as a member• Elicits others advice and perspectives including that of the patient and participates fully in interdisciplinary forums that promote an integrated approach to patient care, e.g. multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings• Access appropriate resources to advocate for and optimize patient care considers the interests of all team members, making choices that best benefit patient family Advocacy and Moral Agency• Understands the concepts of accountability for own nursing practice able to recognize basic ethical• Recognizes tensions between professional autonomy and systems factors demonstrates professional comportment behaviors including attention to appearance demeanor, respect for self and others and attention to professional boundaries among patients, families, and caregivers• Recognizes the need for using an ethical decision making framework for clinical situations and obtains assistance in solving ethical dilemmas as neededCaring Practices:• Expresses empathy and compassion for patients and families treats everyone with courtesy, dignity and respect consistently participates in patient rounding/ huddle/ use of white boards/ bedside• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, i.e., the capacity to perceive, assess, and manage the emotions of one’s self and others• Demonstrates meaningful connections by “knowing” the patients they serve• Provides patient centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience• Communicates patient values, preferences and expressed needs to health care team• Assesses the impact of cultural beliefs and systems on patient responses to care• Develops interventions that take into consideration individual beliefs, customs, and practices• Demonstrates use of proactive communication and interpersonal skills in response to patient needs and concernsClinical Judgment:• Consistently collects and interprets patient data from all available sources• Applies knowledge to clinical presentation to make decisions and evaluate clinical outcomes• Sets plan of care priorities based on identified patient needs and uses appropriate technologies in the process of assessing and monitoring patients and documenting care collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan for multiple complex patient careClinical Inquiry:• Follows evidence based standards and guidelines• Recognizes changing patient conditions and responds immediately• Describes reliable sources for locating research, evidence reports and clinical guidelines relevant to clinical practice area• Tailors standards and guidelines to the needs of individual patients• Uses QI tools and methodologies to assess performance and identify gaps between current unit & best practice related to key clinical outcome measuresSystems Thinking:• Considers system resources available in the practice area when developing the plan of care for a patient or group of patients• Brings issues of concern at the practice area level to the attention of others when assistance is needed to facilitate resolution• Demonstrates understanding that care and services are delivered in a variety of settings along a care continuum• Recognizes how to obtain resources beyond those of the unit and does so on behalf of patients/families as needed Identifies and works to remove barriers that block the delivery of reliable customer serviceFacilitation of Learning:• Initiates independent learning based on identified needs and reflective practices• Actively engages as a “super user” or “unit champion” during roll out of new products equipment, processes, e.g., EPIC, rounding, code chill, etc .• Seeks out opportunities to learn, teach and positively influence others and advance practice using quality improvement methodologies and current evidence/data• Based on learning needs assessment, effectively uses teach back methodology, motivational interviewing, and self-management goals to provide meaningful patient/family educationLeadership:• Embraces continuous improvement, is flexible and open to new ideas• Participates in activities that help formulate solutions to unit ineffectiveness and/or failures that impact patient care, e.g., recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate• Participates in change process to improve patient care, the work environment, and patient and staff satisfaction• Seeks out opportunities to serve as change leader in practice area• Acts as an effective role model and resource for students and ancillary staffProfessionalism:• Demonstrates engagement in lifelong learning and self-assessment of ongoing professional development needs• Known as a “relationship builder” in the practice area – champions working together and creating synergy• Participates in development of innovative solutions to clinical issues• Practices as an autonomous clinical decision maker• Is an effective steward of available clinical resources, e.g., accurate assessment of patient acuity when making decisions regarding staffing, transfers and assignmentsCustomer Service:• Creates positive impressions that consistently demonstrate actions associated with CHA service standards and professionalism• Consistently “manages up” other co-workers, departments, providers, andPatient Safety:• Adheres to established safety practices, e.g., National Patient Safety goals and evidence based guidelines / protocols to prevent adverse patient outcomes• Adheres to regulatory requirements, e.g., DPH, TJC, DMH, Medicare, etc• Adheres to the five rights of medication administration, and related documentation standards• Adheres to department documentation standards and uses data from electronic record to guide patient care• Uses available technologies to support and enhance patient care, e.g., smart pumps, call bell system, EPIC reports, smart phrases, acuity tools, etcTechnical and Procedural Skills• Demonstrates appropriate procedural /technical competence specific to practice area ( Unit / Clinic Specific Competencies & required certifications and work experience)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Other information:BSN preferredLicensure: MA. RN Licensure requiredCertifications: Maintains current Basic Life Support "C" certificationLabor & Delivery experience requiredIn keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
Location: CHA Cambridge HospitalWork Days: 7pm-7:30am every other weekend and holiday rotationCategory: Registered NurseDepartment: Labor and DeliveryJob Type: Part TimeWork Shift: NightHours/Week: 24 hours a weekUnion : YesUnion Name: MNA CambridgeDEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:The Maternity Suite at Cambridge Hospital is a beautiful unit with lovely views of downtown Boston and Harvard Square. It includes a Labor and Delivery (L&D) Unit and a Post Partum Unit and helps more than 1,100 growing families every year. The 7 bed labor unit has 3 triage bays and 2 ORs. We are proud of our multidisciplinary patient care, our culturally sensitive approach to labor and delivery, and some of the lowest C-section rates in Massachusetts. The Post Partum Unit consists of 12 private rooms with a level 1b continuing care nursery. This unit provides care for mothers and infants right after birth and through the early stages of postpartum to discharge. We foster a culturally sensitive approach to couplet care and early family bonding.Summary:The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for planning and providing patient care for patients in accordance with established Nursing Standards of Care. He/she demonstrates initiative, knowledge and clinical skills in caring for the patient with complex needs. The Registered Nurse demonstrates the ability to effectively manage patients by assuming full responsibility for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and is directly reports to a designated nurse manager and/or clinical manager / off shift manager.Responsibilities:Collaboration:• Identifies own strengths, limitations, and values in functioning as a member• Elicits others advice and perspectives including that of the patient and participates fully in interdisciplinary forums that promote an integrated approach to patient care, e.g. multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings• Access appropriate resources to advocate for and optimize patient care considers the interests of all team members, making choices that best benefit patient family Advocacy and Moral Agency• Understands the concepts of accountability for own nursing practice able to recognize basic ethical• Recognizes tensions between professional autonomy and systems factors demonstrates professional comportment behaviors including attention to appearance demeanor, respect for self and others and attention to professional boundaries among patients, families, and caregivers• Recognizes the need for using an ethical decision making framework for clinical situations and obtains assistance in solving ethical dilemmas as neededCaring Practices:• Expresses empathy and compassion for patients and families treats everyone with courtesy, dignity and respect consistently participates in patient rounding/ huddle/ use of white boards/ bedside• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, i.e., the capacity to perceive, assess, and manage the emotions of one’s self and others• Demonstrates meaningful connections by “knowing” the patients they serve• Provides patient centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience• Communicates patient values, preferences and expressed needs to health care team• Assesses the impact of cultural beliefs and systems on patient responses to care• Develops interventions that take into consideration individual beliefs, customs, and practices• Demonstrates use of proactive communication and interpersonal skills in response to patient needs and concernsClinical Judgment:• Consistently collects and interprets patient data from all available sources• Applies knowledge to clinical presentation to make decisions and evaluate clinical outcomes• Sets plan of care priorities based on identified patient needs and uses appropriate technologies in the process of assessing and monitoring patients and documenting care collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan for multiple complex patient careClinical Inquiry:• Follows evidence based standards and guidelines• Recognizes changing patient conditions and responds immediately• Describes reliable sources for locating research, evidence reports and clinical guidelines relevant to clinical practice area• Tailors standards and guidelines to the needs of individual patients• Uses QI tools and methodologies to assess performance and identify gaps between current unit & best practice related to key clinical outcome measuresSystems Thinking:• Considers system resources available in the practice area when developing the plan of care for a patient or group of patients• Brings issues of concern at the practice area level to the attention of others when assistance is needed to facilitate resolution• Demonstrates understanding that care and services are delivered in a variety of settings along a care continuum• Recognizes how to obtain resources beyond those of the unit and does so on behalf of patients/families as needed Identifies and works to remove barriers that block the delivery of reliable customer serviceFacilitation of Learning:• Initiates independent learning based on identified needs and reflective practices• Actively engages as a “super user” or “unit champion” during roll out of new products equipment, processes, e.g., EPIC, rounding, code chill, etc .• Seeks out opportunities to learn, teach and positively influence others and advance practice using quality improvement methodologies and current evidence/data• Based on learning needs assessment, effectively uses teach back methodology, motivational interviewing, and self-management goals to provide meaningful patient/family educationLeadership:• Embraces continuous improvement, is flexible and open to new ideas• Participates in activities that help formulate solutions to unit ineffectiveness and/or failures that impact patient care, e.g., recommends change in policies and procedures through appropriate• Participates in change process to improve patient care, the work environment, and patient and staff satisfaction• Seeks out opportunities to serve as change leader in practice area• Acts as an effective role model and resource for students and ancillary staffProfessionalism:• Demonstrates engagement in lifelong learning and self-assessment of ongoing professional development needs• Known as a “relationship builder” in the practice area – champions working together and creating synergy• Participates in development of innovative solutions to clinical issues• Practices as an autonomous clinical decision maker• Is an effective steward of available clinical resources, e.g., accurate assessment of patient acuity when making decisions regarding staffing, transfers and assignmentsCustomer Service:• Creates positive impressions that consistently demonstrate actions associated with CHA service standards and professionalism• Consistently “manages up” other co-workers, departments, providers, andPatient Safety:• Adheres to established safety practices, e.g., National Patient Safety goals and evidence based guidelines / protocols to prevent adverse patient outcomes• Adheres to regulatory requirements, e.g., DPH, TJC, DMH, Medicare, etc• Adheres to the five rights of medication administration, and related documentation standards• Adheres to department documentation standards and uses data from electronic record to guide patient care• Uses available technologies to support and enhance patient care, e.g., smart pumps, call bell system, EPIC reports, smart phrases, acuity tools, etcTechnical and Procedural Skills• Demonstrates appropriate procedural /technical competence specific to practice area ( Unit / Clinic Specific Competencies & required certifications and work experience)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Other information:BSN preferredLicensure: MA. RN Licensure requiredCertifications: Maintains current Basic Life Support "C" certificationLabor & Delivery experience requiredIn keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment. Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA. Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality. At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
*Sign-on-Bonus available $5,000*Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with the pediatric population (children birth to 3 years)? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families? Thom Child & Family Services located in Norwood, MA is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join their team.As an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for providing home and community-based early intervention services to infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and their families in both their homes and community settings. You will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure service delivery is individualized, meaningful for the family, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Through this collaborative process, you ensure families’ priorities, needs, culture, and values are prioritized.Position Responsibilities:Participate in multidisciplinary team assessments of the client’s developmental status.Provide direct speech therapy services and activities developmentally appropriate for children 0-3 and their families.Participate in the development of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) with responsibility for identifying goals, objectives, and strategies related to the child’s development.Complete progress notes, reports, assessments, and correspondence as appropriateProvides individual and group intervention for infants and toddlers from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or who are at risk for delays in the areas of cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor, and communication development.Assess family and child strengths/resources, concerns, and progress.Act as a service coordinator for the family by scheduling, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the intervention plan for each family on the caseload, ensuring that appropriate procedures and timelines are followed.Provides supportive professional assistance to families.Facilitate parent-child interactions to encourage child's development; assist families to act as advocates for their child.Position Requirements:Current Massachusetts licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA).Or CF eligibleKnowledge of family systems and early childhood development.Ability to engage in meaningful, therapeutic relationships with children, parents/caregivers, and community partners.Commitment to delivering individualized and culturally humble services.Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.Abide by all confidentiality and professional boundaries standards.Good computer skills as well as strong documentation skills.Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.Bilingual/Bicultural a plus.Thom Child & Family Services offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package including, but not limited to:Flexible Schedules: FT, PT, Per Diem and family hoursHealth and Dental Insurance, including Fitness Benefits and Wellness Incentive Program.Generous vacationPersonal timeSick time (80 – 96 hours every year)Paid holiday (10-12 paid holidays)403(b) with employer matchingSection 125 flexible benefits plan (Medical and dependent care)Employer sponsored Long-term disability insurance.Employer sponsored Life InsuranceEmployer sponsored Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceProductivity Bonus PlanContinuing education leave and paid conference fees.Paid professional license renewal fees.Clinical supervision, mentoring and team support.Mileage reimbursementOther optional benefits:Short-term Disability InsuranceAccident InsuranceCancer InsurancePlease note that Thom Child & Family Services are following the COVID guidelines for health care providers outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASEThom Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law.
Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital
Work Days: 11.30am - 8pm Mon through Fri.
Category: Professional and Management
Department: Psych Transition Service
Job Type: Full time
Work Shift: Day / Evening
Hours/Week: 40.00
Union: No
Union Name: Non Union
Family Support Specialist
Summary
• The Family Support Specialist (FSS) brings a key family perspective to clinical teams providing outpatient mental health care.
• In that context, they can help “translate” between the professional culture and the family’s culture, building trust and facilitating critical information sharing.
• That two-way process, clarifying communication about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment planning, enhances engagement between parents and clinicians, so that children and youth are more likely to receive needed mental health services.
Responsibilities
Assistance in navigating the child-serving systems (e.g., the Department of Children and Families (DCF), education, mental health, juvenile justice)
Fostering empowerment, including linkages to peer/parent support and self-help groups
Assistance in identifying formal and community resources (e.g., after-school programs, food assistance, summer camps)
Support, coaching, and training for the parent/caregiver.
• Identify support services for children and families based on the Urgent Care team’s evaluation of the child’s needs
• Coordinate resource information and service recommendations with the team, the Pediatrician and/or PCP, and other involved professionals (e.g. school, agencies)
• Provide emotional support (under clinical supervision), to families in crisis and assist with urgent access to clinical care
• Attend regular meetings with physicians and other staff at the clinic, to hear their concerns on behalf of families who may have missed an appointment, not connected with a referral or who are otherwise at-risk
• Assist with parent communication during Initial Child Mental Health Consultation visits , as well as any follow-up episodes; including identification of areas of disagreement or confusion on the part of the family
• Follow-up with identified families at the request of the clinical team, regarding the child’s mental health status or treatment needs
• Bring new information back to the team (and document in the EMR) so that the plan can be clarified or changed to better fit the family’s needs, or other steps taken to improve family engagement.
Other Information
• Work Experience:
Experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with special health care needs — important for other parents to know the FSS person has “been there,” and “can understand what families go through”
Prior experience advocating for families beside their own, learning when and how to share their own stories as examples, and how to collaborate with clinicians and/or other professionals
Ability to represent “family voice” on the clinical team when interventions are being discussed, but, also, at a leadership level, if asked. For example, capacity to represent the family perspective regarding such things as development of useful resource materials for clinic families, or strategies for health promotion in the community
Positive interpersonal presence as a team member
Preferably bi-cultural and bi-lingual, when needed for the population being served
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.
Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.
Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.
At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.
Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital
Work Days: 11.30am - 8pm Mon through Fri.
Category: Professional and Management
Department: Psych Transition Service
Job Type: Full time
Work Shift: Day / Evening
Hours/Week: 40.00
Union: No
Union Name: Non Union
Family Support Specialist
Summary
• The Family Support Specialist (FSS) brings a key family perspective to clinical teams providing outpatient mental health care.
• In that context, they can help “translate” between the professional culture and the family’s culture, building trust and facilitating critical information sharing.
• That two-way process, clarifying communication about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment planning, enhances engagement between parents and clinicians, so that children and youth are more likely to receive needed mental health services.
Responsibilities
Assistance in navigating the child-serving systems (e.g., the Department of Children and Families (DCF), education, mental health, juvenile justice)
Fostering empowerment, including linkages to peer/parent support and self-help groups
Assistance in identifying formal and community resources (e.g., after-school programs, food assistance, summer camps)
Support, coaching, and training for the parent/caregiver.
• Identify support services for children and families based on the Urgent Care team’s evaluation of the child’s needs
• Coordinate resource information and service recommendations with the team, the Pediatrician and/or PCP, and other involved professionals (e.g. school, agencies)
• Provide emotional support (under clinical supervision), to families in crisis and assist with urgent access to clinical care
• Attend regular meetings with physicians and other staff at the clinic, to hear their concerns on behalf of families who may have missed an appointment, not connected with a referral or who are otherwise at-risk
• Assist with parent communication during Initial Child Mental Health Consultation visits , as well as any follow-up episodes; including identification of areas of disagreement or confusion on the part of the family
• Follow-up with identified families at the request of the clinical team, regarding the child’s mental health status or treatment needs
• Bring new information back to the team (and document in the EMR) so that the plan can be clarified or changed to better fit the family’s needs, or other steps taken to improve family engagement.
Other Information
• Work Experience:
Experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with special health care needs — important for other parents to know the FSS person has “been there,” and “can understand what families go through”
Prior experience advocating for families beside their own, learning when and how to share their own stories as examples, and how to collaborate with clinicians and/or other professionals
Ability to represent “family voice” on the clinical team when interventions are being discussed, but, also, at a leadership level, if asked. For example, capacity to represent the family perspective regarding such things as development of useful resource materials for clinic families, or strategies for health promotion in the community
Positive interpersonal presence as a team member
Preferably bi-cultural and bi-lingual, when needed for the population being served
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.
Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.
Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.
At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.