Caregiver

New Haven Assisted Living of Schertz • Schertz, TX

9h

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, and activities, while representing Enriched Senior Living’s standards and commitment to residents, their families, and the community.

The Caregiver supports person-directed care, builds relationships with residents and families, maintains resident records, reports changes in residents’ routines or behavior, and contributes to a team-focused environment. Additional duties may be assigned by the Executive Director of Management. Medication administration is performed after training and delegation by nursing staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience as a caregiver and working with individuals diagnosed with dementia.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to complete infection control training and have no communicable diseases.
• Familiarity with OSHA blood-borne pathogen standards and compliance with infection-prevention policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds at times while helping residents and use proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to pass criminal background checks.
• Must be in good health.
• Reliable transportation.
• Compassion and ability to provide excellent resident care.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and psychosocial support to residents within delegated responsibilities.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, housekeeping, meals, and activities.
• Support cooking and resident activities.
• Develop relationships with residents and support their families.
• Keep daily resident records and report changes in routine or behavior to the ED/Health and Wellness Director or RCC.
• Facilitate resident socialization and engage residents in meaningful interactions.
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings, care conferences, and in-service training.
• Maintain a team-focused attitude when working with staff and families.
• Administer medications after receiving training and delegation from nursing staff.
• Complete resident and facility laundry.
• Perform housekeeping tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, taking out garbage, and cleaning bathrooms.
• Perform other duties as required by the Executive Director of Management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED