Caregiver

About the role

This position does not require a nursing certificate and is ideal for individuals beginning a caregiving career. The position provides personal care services, assistance, and support while ensuring resident wellbeing and safety, through RN delegation.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to each resident according to the resident service plan.
• Aid residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, hygiene, and mobility.
• Observe and report changes in health, safety, and well-being of the residents.
• Respond promptly to call signals and resident emergencies, assisting with their immediate needs or contacting emergency support.
• Support resident mobility by assisting with transfers, positioning, walking, and using mobility aids as needed.
• Aid with serving meals and bussing tables during mealtimes.
• Offer companionship and conversation while encouraging socialization among residents.
• Launder residents' clothing, linen, and towels; fold and return to residents.
• Complete minor housekeeping of residents' apartments, providing a pleasant home environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations, and personnel.
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Knowledge of Basic First Aid.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities required: promote teamwork, strong communication and interpersonal skills, compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing excellent care, ability to follow directives, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Skills in nurturing and interest in working with older adults.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include previous experience in providing care services.