SUPPORT SERVICE ASSISTANT - IRREGULAR PART TIME

La Crosse County • West Salem, WI

5d

About The Position

Individuals in this position perform environmental-related and non-direct care tasks at Lakeview Health Center. Tasks as assigned under the direction of the nursing manager. Employees will be selected and supervised by the Director of Nursing, Nurse Manager or Supervising Registered Nurse.
Flexible 3–5 hour shifts every other weekend plus a few weekday afternoons.
You will work with residents who have dementia and mental health diagnoses.
Candidates must be comfortable supporting individuals who may display challenging behaviors.
This is a non-certified position, requiring no personal cares for residents.

Requirements

• Ability to read, follow written and oral directions
• Ability to learn job responsibilities through training provided during facility orientation and on the job.
• Must be 16 years of age.
• Successful completion of background check as required by Wisconsin Caregiver Law.

Responsibilities

• Makes unoccupied beds, strips bed linens not obviously soiled.
• Straightens closets, drawers and nightstands.
• Cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming of floors, dusting and cleaning of fixtures and furniture and emptying of garbage cans.
• Assures that resident's room are kept in a neat and organized manner.
• Passes clean towels and wash cloths, picks up used linen/clothing, stocks linen shelves, carts, closets, etc.
• Cleans equipment, and personal care items, as directed.
• Puts resident clothing away in closets and drawers.
• Pick up spa rooms after use.
• Monitors areas or activities and location of residents as assigned.
• Engages residents in diversional activities (i.e., games, reading, walks).
• Answer telephone and directs calls.
• Directs visitors to appropriate areas.
• Assists in transporting wheelchair residents.
• Accompanies residents to appointments outside the facility.
• Assists in the dining room, as directed, with the exception to assisting residents with meals and snacks.
• Provides observation of residents as directed by the supervisor.
• Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the facility; responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard.
• Maintains residents' rights and confidentiality of resident information; reports all suspected cases of resident abuse to supervisor or Administrator.
• Employee is expected to report to work on time and when scheduled.
• In this public service position, employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Also establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors and public officials.
• Supports all aspects of person-centered care. Respects and acknowledges individuality and uniqueness of residents.
• Attends in-service education as provided or mandated.

Benefits

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS): A top-rated pension program.
• Affordable Insurance Premiums: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, and 10+ paid holidays annually.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees