Caregiver / CNA or CHHA - Full-Time
About The Position
The Care Partner provides assistance with daily living activities for residents with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. The role may involve responding to emergencies, documenting and reporting care, and transporting residents to activities or other locations. Familiarity with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, and a willingness to work with older adults, are essential. Care Partners work collaboratively with residents, families, and the community team, supporting residents' safety, dignity, and well-being. This is a full-time position with first (7 a.m.–3 p.m.), second (3 p.m.–11 p.m.), and third (11 p.m.–7 a.m.) shifts available. Every other weekend is required. Starting pay is $20.70 per hour.
Requirements
- Possess current CNA certification if required by the state.
- Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by the state.
- Be willing to obtain and/or maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.
- Have familiarity with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
- Be willing to work with the elderly population.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, bathing or showering, and eating.
- Assist with personal and household chores, such as tidying residents' rooms, running errands, and delivering mail or newspapers.
- Transport residents within the community to meals, enrichment activities, and other programs as needed.
- Review and consistently follow resident care plans.
- Observe and monitor residents for behavioral changes or adverse reactions to medications or treatment plans.
- Immediately communicate changes to clinical staff and thoroughly document them.
- Respond to emergency calls and requests from residents or visitors, and address environmental hazards promptly and safely.
- Follow community policies and procedures concerning resident and team member safety, attendance, timeliness, house rules, teamwork, and resident service.
- Maintain professionalism and resident confidentiality.
- Follow infection prevention, OSHA, fire, and safety regulations.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Paid holidays
- Three weeks of PTO in the first year
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
