caregiver

Whittier Glen Assisted Living•Whittier, CA

About The Position

The Caregiver provides assistive care to residents of Whittier Glen Assisted Living, supporting activities of daily living, recreation, and socialization. Care is provided according to each resident’s support or care plan and is intended to promote independence, well-being, and quality of life through person-centered interactions. Duties may include personal care, vital signs, medication and treatment assistance, dining support, laundry, and cleaning when assigned. The Caregiver also supports residents and families through respectful communication, observes and reports changes or concerns, follows safety and infection-control procedures, and works collaboratively with other community staff.

Requirements

At least a high school diploma or equivalent.
Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Completion of a state-approved Caregiver program if required by the state of residence.
For the Med Tech position, certification in a state-approved Medication Aide program.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance with residents’ personal needs according to their support or care plans, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, transportation, and dining.
Take vital signs as assigned.
Maintain controls of and administer prescribed medications and treatments for residents.
Encourage residents’ self-help and independence and support their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Perform first aid and initiate emergency response procedures as required.
Adhere to CAPLICO Core Values, the Code of Conduct, Resident Rights, and HIPAA policies.
Communicate and work collaboratively with staff to resolve problems and provide assistance to community staff.
Provide social and emotional support, respond promptly to calls for assistance, respect residents’ socialization and privacy needs, assist with activities, and provide appointment reminders.
Communicate respectfully with residents and family members, and refer family members to a nurse or supervisor for service or care concerns.
Use Standard Precautions and follow infection-control procedures.
Observe and promptly inform a supervisor or shift leader of changes in residents’ health, condition, behavior, or needs.
Promptly report unusual events, suspected abuse or neglect, and emergencies.
Assist with dining, including preparing or cleaning the dining room, helping residents select food, serving food and beverages, and promoting a pleasant social environment.
Complete resident laundry according to schedule and community policy.
Clean resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas when assigned, following community protocols and schedules.
Promptly report maintenance needs.
Follow safety precautions and use proper body mechanics and safe handling techniques.
Complete state-required annual training or continuing education and attend designated meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.