Caregiver - $19-$21 an Hour - Full Time and Part Time Available

Brookdale Senior Living • Edina, MN

97d • $19 - $21

About The Position

The position involves providing direct care to residents following an individual service plan, treating each resident with respect and dignity, recognizing individual needs, and encouraging independence. The role fosters a homelike atmosphere throughout the community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Three to six months related experience preferred and/or training in direct service with older adults.
• Knowledge of dementia, particularly of the Alzheimer's type, is helpful.
• In accordance with state law, may need to possess current state certification and follow regulations to maintain current certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan.
• Serves meals to residents in the dining room or apartments and may assist in preparing meals following preplanned menus.
• Encourages residents to eat a proper diet and take adequate fluids while respecting the resident's right to free choice.
• Records and reports changes in resident's eating habits to the supervisor.
• Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents as described in the activity calendar.
• Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents.
• Maintains residents' records daily, in a timely manner, and in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Observes and reports the health and emotional condition of each resident and promptly reports all changes to the supervisor.
• May assist residents with medication as defined in medication procedure, following physician orders and state laws.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents, performing general housekeeping.
• Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly to resident requests for assistance.
• Knows location of each resident and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident.
• Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

Benefits

• $19-$21 an hour
• Full time and part time available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees