Personal Care Giver - FT 11pm-7am
About The Position
Blue Skies of Texas is seeking a Personal Care Giver for its Memory Care center at Blue Skies West in San Antonio, Texas. The role provides direct care to residents who are cognitively, emotionally, or functionally impaired. The caregiver guides or assists residents with activities of daily living they cannot perform independently, while fostering their independence, dignity, and freedom of choice. The listed schedule is 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.; the job shift is described as per department. The position is part of a team serving residents in a senior living community. Blue Skies of Texas describes its community as one that values different perspectives and backgrounds and supports team members. The organization offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with additional employee programs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proof of successful completion and certification of a Texas Food Handlers Program, or successful completion within 60 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Prior geriatric nursing assistance care and dementia care experience.
- Nursing Assistant Certification.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator, and First Aid certifications.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with scheduled activities, offering encouragement, support, and opportunities for family participation.
- Provide personal care, including assistance with dressing, grooming, eating, and mobility as needed.
- Use appropriate techniques, prompts, and cues when interacting with residents, including residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
- Monitor residents’ functional abilities, swallowing precautions, and overall condition, and promptly report changes or concerns to the Supervisor.
- Assist with dining services, household skills, and use of visual, auditory, and mobility aids.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary environment by performing household duties in residential areas.
- Communicate with residents, families, staff, and outside support agencies; refer medical questions to appropriate leadership.
- Work cooperatively and professionally as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Document resident activities, levels of care, and compliance with service plans according to policy.
- Monitor equipment and follow procedures for safety and emergency preparedness.
- Assist with care of household pets and plants and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
- Attend required meetings, trainings, and service plan reviews, and perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Employer-paid short-term disability for full-time employees
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Generous paid time off program
- Retirement plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
