Caregiver

Dial Silvercrest Corp•Deer Park, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assisted Living Caregiver provides personal care, assistance, and support to residents while promoting their wellbeing and safety under RN delegation. A nursing certificate is not required, and the role is suitable for individuals beginning a caregiving career. Caregivers follow each resident’s service plan and help residents with daily activities, mobility, meals, companionship, laundry, and minor housekeeping.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Knowledge of Basic First Aid.
Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing excellent care.
Ability to follow directives and work effectively in a team environment.
Skills in nurturing and an interest in working with older adults.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in providing care services.

Responsibilities

Provide services to each resident according to the resident service plan.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, hygiene, and mobility.
Observe and report changes in residents’ health, safety, and wellbeing.
Respond promptly to call signals and resident emergencies, assisting with immediate needs or contacting emergency support.
Assist residents with transfers, positioning, walking, and mobility aids as needed.
Assist with serving meals and bussing tables during mealtimes.
Offer companionship and conversation while encouraging socialization among residents.
Launder residents’ clothing, linen, and towels; fold and return them to residents.
Complete minor housekeeping in residents’ apartments to provide a pleasant home environment.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations, and personnel.
Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
Perform other duties as assigned.