Caregiver / CNA / PCA

Allegro Senior Living•Frederick, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Arbor Senior Living of Frederick is hiring Caregivers, CNAs, PCAs, and HHAs to support residents in its Assisted Living community. The Resident Assistant provides direct resident care under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel. The role supports residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life, while helping maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment. The position assists residents with activities of daily living, dining and daily routines, and emergency requests; observes and reports changes in condition; maintains required care documentation; and communicates professionally with residents, families, team members, and visitors. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and collaborative. Open schedules include part-time first and second shifts, full-time and part-time third shifts, and PRN shifts with flexible scheduling.

Requirements

Must have and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
Must be at least 18 years of age; state-specific guidelines may apply.
Must pass required background screening and health screening and meet drug-free workplace requirements.
Must have reliable transportation.
Where required, must have a valid driver’s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record, and be insurable by the community’s automobile insurance carrier.
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment.
CNA certification; a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certificate may be accepted. CNA certification may be required in some states.
Experience or aptitude working with Alzheimer’s disease and memory-impaired residents.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, transfers, mobility, and incontinence care.
Prepare residents for meals, snacks, and activities, and support dining-room service by serving meals and clearing tables.
Respond promptly to resident emergency call systems and requests for assistance.
Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ condition to the appropriate supervisor or designee.
Communicate courteously and professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors.
Maintain required resident care documentation in accordance with state regulations and Allegro Living policies and procedures.
Assist with resident transportation when required.
Follow safety, sanitation, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.
Assist with light cleaning and laundry in resident rooms, offices, and common areas as needed.
Attend required meetings and in-service training sessions in accordance with state guidelines.
Maintain professional appearance, participate in training, and deliver courteous service that promotes positive resident and family experiences.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.