What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Medication Aide/Caregiver position at Westminster Woods at Huntingdon?
Presbyterian Senior Living is a mission-driven organization that lives our values of integrity, mutual respect, creative curiosity and connectedness in all that we do. Our legacy of serving more than 6,000 older adults with respect and dignity for over 95 years supports our mission to promote wholeness of body, mind and spirit for all that live within our communities.
If you are compassionate, driven and enjoy working with an organization that is committed to valuing the diversity of all team members, one that offers a variety of schedules, career development, excellent benefit options, and more; PSL is for you! Whether you are a nurse, caregiver, culinary professional, maintenance worker or looking for a new career, we offer a wide range of career opportunities to fit your skills and interest.
The Personal Care Medication Aide/Caregiver is responsible for distributing medications and treatments to our residents. This position also performs the general duties and responsibilities of the household caregiver. The medication aide provides medical and physical care to the residents of the household to meet their daily needs and enable them to function at the highest possible level.
Qualifications:
- 18 years of age or older unless active on the Nurse Aide registry (in state position is located)
- High school diploma/equivalent required unless active on the Nurse Aide registry
- Must be able to successfully complete required medication training
- Must posses the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong communication skills
- Previous experience working with older adults preferred
- Excellent customer service
- Positive Attitude
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Capable of working as part of a team