Job description

Caregiver/ Resident Assistant -All Shifts

The Caregiver or Resident Assistant performs a variety of assistive care duties, under the direct supervision of the Wellington Place at Whiting Administrator or Shift Leader to ensure the resident's Individual Service Plan (ISP) is being followed. Encourages residents to maintain their independence, assist and guides residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as necessary. Provides a home-like environment that encourages the optimum level of physical, emotional, psychological, social and spiritual activity. The Resident Assistant works independently, using sound judgment in the provision of personal and medical care, activities, and housekeeping/laundry services as scheduled. Must maintain a caring attitude towards residents at all times and be capable of good judgment in all situations.

We Offer a Competitive Wage and Benefits that Include:

• Shift differentials on PM and NOC shifts, on top of hourly rate
• Insurance (health, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, accident)
• 401k (with company match)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee mindfulness program

Requirements

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Assists with ADL’s, provides direct care to residents, following the resident's assessment and ISP as necessary.
• Gives or assists with personal cares including but not limited to hygiene, oral care, showers, sponge baths, tub baths, shampoos and sets, nail and skin care.
• Assists with toileting as necessary, including care of incontinent residents.
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills to successfully interact with residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and community and government agencies.
• Supervises or assists resident with taking medications and develops a working knowledge of medications and possible side effects.
• Takes vital signs as directed by Manager or Shift Leader.
• Reports observations to Manager or Shift Leaders and documents appropriately.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident’s records including identity, behavior and medical conditions.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment, including performing house cleaning duties
• Washes, folds and puts away laundry, distributes to appropriate residents. Ensure residents names are on all clothing, towels, sets, socks, and etc at all times.
• Arranges and assists with leisure activities as shown on activity board and encourages resident participation.
• Assists with restorative activity, ambulation, range of motion as instructed by the Administrators or Shift Leaders

Experience and Training Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Certification in Standard Precautions (training provided)
• Certification in First Aid and Choking (training provided)
• Certification in Fire Safety Training (training provided)
• Medication and Diabetic certification (training provided)
• Must pass background check

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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