Caregiver Full Time and PRN Staff

New Haven Assisted Living of Kerrville•Kerrville, TX

20d

About The Position

The Caregiver provides quality personal care and psychosocial support to residents within the limits of delegated responsibilities. The role assists residents with activities of daily living, housekeeping, cooking, meals, and activities, while representing Enriched Senior Living’s standards and commitment to residents, their families, and the community. The position emphasizes person-directed care, meaningful engagement, and support for residents’ families. Caregivers perform daily resident record keeping, report changes in residents’ routines or behavior, and may administer medications after receiving training and delegation from nursing staff. The role also includes resident and facility laundry, housekeeping, participation in staff meetings, care conferences, and in-service training, and collaboration with staff and families. The Caregiver reports to the Wellness Supervisor for resident care and medications, the House Manager for staffing, and the Executive Director for all matters.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience as a caregiver and working with individuals diagnosed with dementia.
At least 18 years of age.
Able to complete infection-control training and have no communicable diseases.
Familiarity with OSHA blood-borne pathogen standards and compliance with policies and procedures to protect staff and residents from infection.
Able at times to lift more than 50 pounds while helping residents, using proper lifting techniques.
Able to pass criminal background checks.
Good health.
Reliable transportation.
Compassionate and able to provide excellent resident care.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, housekeeping, meals, and activities.
Provide personal care and psychosocial support to residents within delegated limits.
Develop relationships with residents and support their families.
Facilitate socialization among residents and engage them in meaningful interactions.
Complete daily resident record keeping and report changes in residents’ routines or behavior to the Executive Director, Health and Wellness Director, or RCC.
Administer medications after being trained and delegated by nursing staff.
Perform resident and facility laundry.
Perform housekeeping, including dusting, vacuuming, taking out garbage, and cleaning bathrooms.
Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings, care conferences, and in-service training.
Maintain a team focus and positive attitude with staff and families.
Perform other duties as required by the Executive Director of Management.