Holbrook Life

Compensation

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The Assisted Living Direct Caregiver is primarily responsible for providing best-in-class resident care and support and facilitate a positive physical, social, emotional and spiritual environment for residents.Key responsibilities include:Assist residents with the activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, escorting, medication supervision and other functions of designated in the resident's plan of care.Complete tasks, as directed, including taking and recording temperature, pulse, and respiration, and monthly weights and blood pressures; document in the resident's chart using approved charting criteria.Respond to residents' family's questions, concerns and requests in a timely manner.Report immediately to supervisor, and/or family, all accidents or incidents; record necessary information on appropriate forms and render immediate first aid.Assist with admission, transfer and discharge of residents as directed.Understand and comply with Universal Precautions, following infection control standards for the community, hazardous waste policies and all safety rulesEnsure cleanliness of resident rooms and all areas of the community.Maintain safety and security of the residents by making scheduled rounds on designated shift. RequirementsPosition Requirements:Have a high school diploma or equivalent.Have at least one year of experience providing direct personal care services to senior citizens in a nursing facility, hospital, assisted living community or personal care home.Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification preferred.Effectively read, write, speak and understand English.Be committed to and passionate about serving customers and delivering best-in-class service.Continuously look for opportunities to "WOW" customers; always willing to go that "extra mile."Have patience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude towards older adults and their families.Possess the ability to effectively and professionally engage, interact and collaborate with residents, residents' families, associates, etc.Have the ability, availability and willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays as business needs/schedule dictates.Be able to perform the physical functions of the role which include: frequently support up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift/carry up to 30 pounds, frequently kneel, bend, and reach.Be willing to take, and able to pass, a drug screen, TB test and a physical.Be willing to consent to, and able to pass, a criminal background check.