Caregiver--AM Shift Full Tie 1:1 Care

CITRUS HEIGHTS TERRACE•Citrus Heights, CA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

CiminoCare is seeking compassionate, self-motivated caregivers to provide direct hands-on care to residents in its memory care setting. The caregiver supports residents’ security, comfort, safety, and daily activities, and is central to the facility’s day-to-day operations. This opening is for an AM shift, full-time position providing 1:1 care at Citrus Heights Terrace in Citrus Heights, California. Two positions are available. The caregiver assists residents with personal care, grooming, dressing, bathing, meals, room upkeep, and recreational activities. The role also involves monitoring residents, maintaining documentation and care plans, promptly responding to calls for assistance, and reporting physical or emotional changes to the appropriate supervisor. The caregiver reports to a Shift Manager, Care Coordinator, or Administrator.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least some prior experience in caring for others.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Demonstrated skill in compassionately caring for elderly people.
Knowledge of proper caregiving techniques and ability to care for several residents at one time.
Organizational skills to maintain order and efficiency while performing duties at a constant pace.
Ability to handle stress, remain calm under pressure, and make decisions consistent with policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.
Physical examination and tuberculin test by a physician, completed with results within seven days after hire unless regulations require completion before employment; failure to complete them results in suspension until completed.
Submission of fingerprint cards and an affidavit on criminal convictions for a Department of Social Services criminal record review; approval is required to retain employment.
Maintain current First Aid certification.
Ability to bend, twist, lift up to 50 pounds, keep or regain balance, perform repetitive motions, stand, handle/control/feel objects or tools, and walk.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) and/or Home Health Aide certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Know the location and disposition of all residents under direct care at all times.
Ensure residents look clean and presentable throughout the day.
Assist residents with dressing, makeup, hair, eyeglasses, and other grooming tasks as needed.
Keep residents’ rooms in proper order, including tidying rooms, making beds, and putting clothes away.
Provide for residents’ comfort, safety, and enjoyment.
Keep internal charts current; know residents’ needs; and report observed physical or emotional changes to the Shift Manager, Resident Care Coordinator, or Administrator by the end of the shift, documenting changes in handover notes unless immediate intervention is needed.
Attend periodic staff meetings, in-service training, and mandatory meetings as required.
Read, follow, and sign care plans and posted messages or updates during each shift.
Observe residents’ rights as posted in the facility.
Promptly respond to residents’ calls for assistance.
Assist residents according to the facility Emergency Plan in emergency situations.
Assist with first aid as directed.
Maintain a cooperative and cheerful attitude when interacting with residents and their guests.
Assist residents with bathing and dressing as scheduled or directed.
Assist residents at mealtimes as directed or needed.
Assist residents with personal hygiene needs throughout the shift as needed.
Assist residents with daily recreational activities, including crafts, games, music, and exercise, and encourage participation.
Follow written work schedules and service schedules.
Ensure residents in the group receive quality care.
Complete required documentation properly and on time.
Follow the schedule.
Perform other assigned duties.