Swing - Caregiver - The Springs at Tanasbourne

Introduction

Position Title: Caregiver Supervisor
Exempt Status: Hourly
Experience: Minimum 1 Year
Schedule and Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday - Swing Shift 2 pm - 10:15 pm
Pay Rate: DOE
Department: Health Services
Reporting Positions: None

Responsibilities

• Supports residents in completing activities of daily living as outlined in their service plans.
• Answer pages and call lights immediately.
• Positively supports residents with emotional and behavioral issues.
• Supports resident activity participation by assisting residents to/from activities, encouraging participation, and leading activities when asked.
• Aids in the development and revision of Service Plans by informing the supervisor of current resident needs and preferences as well as successful service approaches.
• Observes and reports resident concerns or problems and reports such problems to the supervisor.
• Reads the Communication Log and Shift Report at the beginning of each shift, and enters pertinent information in the Communication Log and Shift Report by the end of each shift.
• Performs housekeeping duties as indicated on the cleaning schedule or assignment sheets.
• Performs food service responsibilities, including but not limited to serving meals, delivering meals trays to apartments, bussing tables, cleaning the dining room after meals, and setting tables.

Additional Functions

• Upholds The Springs Living Values
• Demonstrates safe working practices at all times
• Listens effectively and provides clear, concise, and accurate verbal and written information, including all relevant documentation
• Cooperates with others to effectively and efficiently achieve goals and resolve problems
• Maintains a professional image to residents and co-workers, in words, actions, and appearance
• Maintains the confidentiality and privacy of our residents and staff at all times
• Makes the best decision based on information while resisting the influence of peer pressure and emotions
• Consistently reports to work on time and completes scheduled shifts
• Adaptable and willing to change to ensure success
• Completes all assigned duties efficiently and accurately
• Performs other duties as assigned by the RN and Health Services Administrator
• Notifies supervisors of any needed supplies
• Attends education and training classes, as necessary to fulfill state and company regulations

Requirements

• Maintain current CPR and first aid certification.
• AL & MC regulations knowledge.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• A genuine love for seniors and a willingness to learn.
• Previous caregiving experience is a plus, but not required.

Typical Physical Activity

• Maintain the ability to lift 50 pounds;
• To stand or walk throughout the vast majority of the work day;
• To frequently push, pull, bend, twist, and reach;
• Must have sufficient manual dexterity to work with the fingers and to reach/handle items;
• Must also be able to walk throughout campus frequently for extended periods (up to five hours).
• Involves light to heavy physical activity, performing non-strenuous and strenuous daily activities.

Typical Environmental Conditions

• May be exposed to biohazardous materials, including, but not limited to, blood and body fluids, sharps exposure, animal dander, and latex.