We are hiring a Resident Care Coordinator Assistant (RCCA) to join our dynamic care team at Shady Knoll in Seymour! Full-time on 7a-3p shift. Hourly pay starts at $21. Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life. Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our residents and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company. As a Resident Care Coordinator Assistant, you will assist the Resident Care Coordinator in the day-to-day activities of the Resident Assessment Process in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be directed by the Resident Care Coordinator Director/MDS Director. Experience & Education:

• Previous experience with the MDS process is preferred.
• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license and experience is required
• Knowledge of medical terminology, filing, typing, computer, and organizational skills.
• A minimum of a high school diploma and demonstrated capabilities of clerical skills with an emphasis on organization and ability to prioritize.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with monitoring of ADL Flow Sheets with observation of ADLs to ensure accuracy of coding.
• Provides education to CNAs on ADL coding.
• Maintains tracking form to evaluate progress of CNAs who have been identified as needing on-going education and provides the information to the RCC/MDS Director so that he/she can follow up.
• Enters demographic information into Minimum Data Sheet (MDS) software system.
• Completes discharge and re-entry MDS forms.
• Opens MDS software system.
• Schedules resident care plan meetings and sending out invitations to family members.
• Coordinates teleconference meetings with family members, if requested.
• Schedules OBRA MDS for all LTC residents.
• Follows up with interdisciplinary team members on non-completed sections of MDS.
• Retrieves/Prints and faxes medical records to managed care companies for utilization review purposes.
• Transmits MDSs to the State database.
• Prints and files MDS, CAAs and care plans.
• Retrieves QM reports and emails to facility and Athena staff.
• Reproduces care plans that have been edited by interdisciplinary team members.
• Tracks and schedules all Medicare certifications and recertification.
• Mails and tracks all Medicare denial letters.
• Retrieves/prints and faxes medical records to QIO for any requested appeals.
• Assists with compiling medical records and preparing for submission with subsequent level appeals to QIC, ALJ, etc.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must posses the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must posses the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.
• Must posses the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.
• Be able to follow written and oral instructions.

About Athena Health Care Systems: Shady Knoll is managed by Athena Health Care Systems. We are headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment. Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve. Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday and Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• 401(k) with Employer Match for All Team Members
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

We are hiring a Human Resource Director to join our dynamic care team at Shady Knoll Health Center in Seymour! Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life. Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company. As the Human Resource Director, you are responsible for assisting in the provision of human resource services which include employee benefits questions, recruitment and employment, developing/updating human resource policies, procedures, employee and labor relations, and management systems, as well as other administrative functions pertaining to management or general business of daily operations. The Human Resource Director will also assist the Administrator with performing work of substantial importance. Experience & Education:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Human Resources, business administration, or psychology.
• A minimum of two (2) to four (4) years experience in a human resource general capacity, preferably within a health care or skilled nursing facility.
• Proficient in composition of verbal and written communication.
• Proficient with computer software programs (ADP Advantage, Microsoft Word & Excel, etc.)

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate the ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate all administrative activities.
• Maintain accurate and organized administrative files, records, license verification, and facilities policy books.
• Responds to employee questions and problems pertaining to the eligibility and availability of benefits.
• Maintains facilities personnel files, ensures the timely completion of all required evaluations and paperwork, coordinate and manage accurate personnel files.
• Assists front desk in assigned region and fill-in in their absence.
• Communicates with facilities leaders including interviewing, hiring, disciplining and termination.
• Assists in recruitment and retention of facilities staff.
• Maintains confidentiality of all employee and resident related information.
• Performs clerical support duties, record keeping functions, administrative detail and follow-up.
• Coordinate inter/intra facilities communication.
• Completes all background check processes in accordance with all federal and state specific regulations and facilities protocols.
• Coordinate Worker’s Compensation and all other in-house insurance programs (medical, dental, Connecticut paid, life insurance, etc.) and works with claims manager.
• Maintain all regulatory required logs and records (i.e. OSHA, EEOC, CHRO, etc.).
• Knowledge about laws and regulations relating to job responsibilities, e.g., EEO, OSHA, patient rights, fraud/abuse laws.
• Coordinate facilities events.
• Other duties assigned by Administrator or other Athena staff.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Maintains confidentiality of all employee and resident related information.
• Knowledgeable of laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to hospital and long-term care administrative procedures.
• Knowledgeable in Privacy Rule and facility Privacy Practices Policies and Procedures including Deficit Reduction Act.
• Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with and facility and corporate staff.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing resources and administrative procedures to maintain a sound operation.
• Maintain the care and use and ordering of supplies, equipment, etc., and the appearance of the office by regular inspections and appropriate follow-up actions.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents, staff, based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
• Is knowledgeable in aspects of human resources and the atmosphere in multiple facilities.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.
• Is proficient in composition of written communication.
• Is proficient with computer software programs (i.e., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, Newsletter Software, ADP Advantage, etc.).
• Is knowledgeable of use of, and maintains all facilities office equipment in good working order.

About Athena Health Care Systems: Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment. Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve. Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday and Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• 401(k) with Employer Match for All Team Members
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

We are hiring a Director of Social Services to join our dynamic care team at Shady Knoll in Seymour! Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life. Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company. As a Social Worker, your role is to plan, organize, develop, and direct all required social services to meet the needs of residents in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility and as may be directed by the Administrator to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis. Experience & Education:

• A minimum of one (1) year social work in a hospital, skilled facility, or other health-related field preferred.
• Must possess, as a minimum, a bachelor’s in social work from an approved school of social work.
• For a Director of Social Services role, a master’s in social work is preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and monitor resident care conferences.
• Work with individual residents, responsible parties, and families towards adjustment to placement and to crisis (i.e., illness, disability, and death).
• Complies with facility Privacy Practices policies and procedures and protects residents’ individual health information.
• Complete comprehensive documentation in a timely manner.
• In the role of advocate coordinate personal needs.
• Utilize community resources appropriately.
• Support staff in relation to resident-related issues.
• Demonstrate correct safety techniques.
• Respect and take care of facility equipment and not wasteful of supplies.
• Contribute to and promote positive resident and family relations.
• Follow facility policies and procedures.
• Other duties deemed appropriate and assigned by your supervisor.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and general public.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as being willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level in which they are currently functioning.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing Social Service practices.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition/incident to the Interdisciplinary Team as appropriate.

About Athena Health Care Systems: Shady Knoll is managed by Athena Health Care Systems. Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment. Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve. Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

We are hiring Nursing Supervisors to join our dynamic care team at Shady Knoll in Seymour! Must be an RN in Connecticut. Open shifts include 24 hours on 7a-3p, 16 hours on 11p-7a, and 16 hours on 3p-11p. Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life. Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company. As a registered nurse supervisor, the primary purpose of your position is to direct the total nursing care activities in the facility during each shift of duty in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the DNS, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times. Experience & Education:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN in this state.
• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing, college, or university.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Must have as a minimum, one (1) year experience in a hospital, long-term care facility or other related health care facility is preferable.
• Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.
• Maintain current resident care plans on all residents under his/her care.
• Follow physician’s orders. Renders and/or assists with complete nursing care, treatments, dressings, and other physician orders.
• Transcribe physician’s orders promptly and accurately.
• Review patient records daily to assure accuracy and completeness.
• Document comprehensive and complete nursing notes.
• Maintain accurate awareness of residents on alert list/conduct and document RN assessments as needed.
• Document and report any unusual or significant findings; contact the physician when necessary.
• Administer medication according to procedure if applicable.
• Initiate any and all emergency procedures as necessary.
• Conduct oversight of Charge Nurse and CNA performances.
• Contributes to and promotes positive resident and family relations.
• Other duties may be assigned by manager.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess accurate and comprehensive assessment skills.
• Must have knowledge of restorative nursing and rehabilitation policies and utilizes appropriately.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.

About Athena Health Care Systems: Shady Knoll is managed by Athena Health Care Systems. Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment. Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve. Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) needed!