Memory Care Partner

HarborChase of Plano•Plano, TX

About The Position

Provides residents assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) while recognizing the importance of their dignity and respect at all times. The position provides quality care in accordance with resident philosophy, policies, and resident rights, and helps meet residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Associates follow each resident’s Level of Care, monitor and report changes in condition, respond to calls and emergencies, and support residents with meals, personal care, and daily routines. The role also includes maintaining resident rooms and dining areas as directed, assisting with personal laundry, following safety and equipment procedures, building positive relationships with residents and families, and maintaining a safe and secure community environment. Associates are expected to follow assigned schedules and workplace procedures, attend required meetings and courses, and become familiar with emergency procedures such as missing-person reporting and fire evacuation.

Requirements

High school education.
Non-certification with proper training, or valid state certification as a C.N.A.
Able to communicate effectively with management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts.
Passion for working with and around senior citizens.
In Florida Companies, completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of experience in a senior care community or nursing home environment preferred.
Good understanding of how dementia and Alzheimer’s disease can affect behavior.

Responsibilities

Provide quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with resident philosophy, policies, and resident rights.
Assist residents in meeting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Follow each resident’s Level of Care and notify a supervisor of changes in a resident’s condition.
Answer and respond to resident calls in a timely manner.
Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
Check residents every two hours and report findings.
Complete assignment sheets daily.
Encourage residents to attend meals in the dining room and escort them to and from the dining room.
Assist residents with meals according to their individual needs and preferences, while noticing changes in appetite and ability to eat and drink.
Clean and set the dining room as directed by a supervisor.
Clean and tidy residents’ rooms as directed by a supervisor.
Assist with residents’ personal laundry as directed by a supervisor.
Establish and maintain good relationships with residents and their families.
Dispose of incontinent products in accordance with OSHA regulations and Company policy.
Use proper body mechanics when lifting and follow safety guidelines.
Respond to resident emergencies.
Work the assigned schedule and follow proper procedures for clocking in and out.
Follow uniform guidelines and wear a name badge daily.
Follow equipment sign-in and sign-out policy and use Company-assigned equipment as intended.
Work in a safe and alert manner and take ownership of associate and resident safety.
Disclose medications that might impair the associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.
Lead by example by exhibiting CORE Values through servant leadership.
Encourage teamwork and promote company philosophy.
Attend required community meetings and participate in Life Enrichment activities when able.
Complete required courses in adherence with HRA University.
Perform required duties promptly and on a regular, predictable basis.
Learn how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent.
Learn the steps for fire evacuation.
Help maintain a safe and secure environment for all community residents.