Caregiver (Flex) - Full Time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Care Partner(Flex)is cross-trained and provides all the work of a Care Partner on a flex basis providing support to other Care Partners and Medication Coordinators wherever it is required, adapting to varying needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide resident care support to Care Partners.
• Provide support with mobility and transfers, including using assistive devices.
• Report all incidents/accidents/potential liabilities to Health Services Director and participate in required post incident shift huddles when requested.
• Engage residents in social activities and provide companionship; assist Activity Director as needed.
• Ensure resident’s safety and cleanliness through housekeeping tasks, including assistance per care plan.
• Assist with grooming before meals, serve meals while aiding with eating and drinking, and verify resident’s identification prior to serving. Monitor the dining room, as necessary.
• Maintain resident documentation, charting required information, including any resident changes. Add appropriate residents to Alert Charting.
• Adhere to individual service/care plans, safely providing daily living activities and services with respect and dignity for each resident.
• Complete all assigned duties, as directed by management or community leadership, adapting to changes in resident needs, staffing and working conditions, as necessary.
• Be aware of and report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the Health Services Director or Administrator. Communicate complaints, suggestions, and concerns, as necessary.
• When applicable, become familiar, practice, support and engage in the Montessori Approach.
• Keep supply room and work areas clean.
• Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Experience:
  • Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous experience in caregiving or healthcare settings preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Exceptional communication skills in English, enabling effective interaction with residents and staff through both verbal and written means.
  • Utilize electronic devices and software provided.
  • Understanding of basic healthcare principles/practices, safety &infection control measures.
  • Awareness of common health conditions associated with aging such as dementia, arthritis, and mobility issues.
  • Understanding essential care procedures such as bathing, dressing, and toileting.
  • Ability to provide physical assistance and support to residents with mobility challenges.
  • Knowledge of nutritional requirements and hydration needs of the elderly.
  • Skilled in noticing changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition and reporting to supervisory staff.
  • Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documenting observations.
  • Capability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations, with a pleasant demeanor.
  • Ability to build trust and rapport with residents and their families.
  • Problem-solving abilities to promptly address concerns or complaints, with the ability to quickly pivot from one task to the next.
  • Maintain ongoing education and training, attending all departmental & in-staff services as required.