PT AM Caregiver

MBK Senior Living • Highland, UT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The PT AM Caregiver position at MBK Senior Living is responsible for assisting residents in their Daily Living Activities, including bathing, grooming, personal and dental hygiene, transportation to meals and activities, bowel and bladder functions, etc., while maintaining resident dignity and respect with superior customer service and in accordance with all policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines. The role emphasizes responding to resident needs promptly and kindly, following care plans, providing assistance at mealtime, transporting residents, performing safety checks, encouraging participation in activities, and charting appropriate information. The position operates on a part-time schedule, 3 days a week, every other weekend, from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm.

Requirements

• Age 18 or over, or have the proper work permit and work authorization documentation
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current first aid certification
• Background clearances as required by government regulations
• Complete a health screening and provide negative TB test results (must be within the last 6 months or within 7 days of employment)
• Must be able to read and speak English
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to interact effectively with people of different ages and backgrounds
• Must meet and maintain all state specific regulatory requirements

Nice To Haves

• Nurses Aid certification preferred
• Prior Caregiving experience preferred but on the job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire

Responsibilities

• Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident’s self- respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality (50%)
• Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is being given to their residents (10%)
• Assist residents in their daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene (including shaving, hair care, etc.), meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions (including taking to bathrooms, portable commodes, changing incontinency products, etc.)(20%)
• Provide assistance at mealtime with selecting meals, serving, eating, clearing, delivering room trays as needed or assigned (3%)
• Transport residents as necessary assisting them into and out of bed, wheelchairs, etc. following all safety/lifting and transferring techniques – escorting them to/from meals, activities, or other transportation needs as requested or assigned (3%)
• Perform regular safety checks on residents (1%)
• Encourage residents to participate in daily activities such as bed making, laundry, cleaning, setting tables, etc. (1%)
• Invite, encourage, assist and lead residents in meaningful and life enriching activities (3%)
• Clean, complete laundry, and assist with all other community activities and job duties as required or assigned(1%)
• Manage oxygen tanks and concentrators per MD orders for resident needs (1%)
• Chart and document appropriate information (including incident reports) communicating any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately (4%)
• Respond promptly to all resident alerts, carrying walkie- talkies and reacting to emergency or other resident requests as needed (3%)
• Ensure resident safety and comfort at all times, assisting in the performance of fire or other safety drills (1%)

Benefits

• Impacting lives and building lasting relationships
• Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care
• A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your success
• A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service
• Competitive salaries
• Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive Director in Training Programs
• Education loan assistance & scholarships
• Financial and legal services
• Team Member discounts
• Health and Wellness resources
• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%
• Childcare and eldercare assistance
• Flexible spending accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED