Personal Care Partner I

Christian Living Communities•Pueblo West, CO

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for meeting the daily personal care needs of community’s residents. Anticipates, identifies and reports care needs. Christian Living Communities (CLC) | Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) are dedicated to and known for shattering the stereotypes of aging services. Our team is revolutionizing senior living communities by breaking down barriers and embracing the wisdom, experience and vitality of our elders! In other words, we are working to create citizenship for all those who work and live in our Communities. We welcome people of all beliefs, or non-beliefs, and we welcome and encourage people from all faiths and backgrounds to apply to our positions. At CLC - Cappella, we believe that a diverse workforce with a wealth of experiences and talents helps our entire organization through fresh ideas and perspectives, opportunities for innovation, and better practices. We believe that by honoring and celebrating our diversity, we create unity. In some cases, the information in a job description may have skills that you are not sure are in line with your previous experience. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, and if you have valid licensure/certification (if required), please still consider applying with us. We have found that diversity of experience and skills, combined with a passion for working with older adults makes for an excellent team member. We are serious about providing equal pay for equal work, and post and hire within defined hiring salary ranges so you know what to expect!

Requirements

Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
High school or Equivalent (GED)
Knowledgeable with Electronic Health Management system
Strong self-management and organization skills
Strong multi-tasking abilities with the ability to handle competing deadlines, flexible and adaptable (open to change).
Ability to effectively handle difficult and sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience in some level of elder care preferred

Responsibilities

Attends to the personal care needs of residents in a timely manner and helps with needed Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) as requested by residents, care plan or directed by supervisor.
Provides personal care services to residents such as assistance with bathing, dressing, attendance at meals, laundry, etc. with attention to individual resident needs (i.e., hair is combed, shoes are tied, oral hygiene, etc.)
Anticipates and identifies any resident care needs and reports to supervisor (i.e., hygiene needs, broken eyeglasses, skin rash, lost hearing aids, supply needs, etc.).
Responds to the needs of family members as appropriate
Maintains open communication with supervisor and/or peers to promote awareness of resident issues.
Monitors the safety and well-being of residents
Reports suspicion of abuse, neglect or misappropriation of resources as required by regulation.
Reports changes in resident status, health or otherwise, to supervisor.
Monitors and documents resident’s condition as directed.
Assists residents with prescribed daily medication routine as appropriate and in accordance with state law.
Ensures that proper documentation occurs.
Completes work orders to communicate necessary replacements or repairs.
Attends, participates, and contributes to monthly staff meetings addressing resident and departmental needs
Other duties as assigned.