Caregiver

Position Summary

Responsibility for performing a variety of functions in providing quality care to residents. Within the limits of delegation, in order to provide personal care and psychosocial support to residents. You will assist with activities of daily living, housekeeping, cooking and activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of high school diploma or GED
• Experience as a caregiver and working with individuals diagnosed with Dementia
• At least 18 years of age
• Pass infections control training and have no communicable diseases
• Familiar with OSHA blood-borne Pathogen standards and follow all policy and procedures to protect self, other staff and residents from infection
• Able to lift more than 50 pounds helping residents and use proper lifting techniques to avoid injury
• Pass criminal background checks
• In good health
• Reliable transportation
• Compassionate and give excellent resident care
• Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
• Basic computer knowledge

Duties and Responsibilities

• Superior knowledge of the Enriched Senior Living Mission, staff and operations including a commitment to “person-directed” care
• Assist residents in all aspects of ADL’s including dressing, bathing, housekeeping, meals and activities
• Develop relationships with residents and support their families
• Perform daily record keeping for residents and report any changes in routine or behavior to the ED/Health and Wellness Director or RCC
• Facilitate socialization among residents and engage in meaningful interactions
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings, care conferences or in-service training
• Maintain a team focus and winning attitude with staff and families
• Administer medications to residents with needed after being trained and delegated by nursing staff
• Responsible for resident and facility laundry
• Housekeeping includes dusting, vacuuming, taking out garbage, and cleaning bathrooms

Pay

FULL TIME 10PM -6AM NEEDED, FULL TIME 6AM/2PM NEEDED AND PRN (AS NEEDED) ALL SHIFTS IS NEEDED