Caregiver

Summit of Blue Ash -

Job Title : Caregiver

Job Type : FULL TIME, PART TIME, PRN

Reports to : Assisted Living Manager or Memory Care Manager

FLSA : Non-exempt

Position Scope :

The Caregiver will perform various resident care activities and related nonprofessional services essential to caring for personal needs and comfort of residents; including routine personal care, recreational programming, housekeeping, and meal service in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations and as directed.

ABOUT US : Evolve Senior Living was founded on the premise of change. We believe the senior living industry needs to change to appropriately address the needs of tomorrow’s work force and residents. Evolve represents the notion of continuous improvement in our delivery of services for the elderly, providing a safe and dependable environment for our team members and commitment to leading the discussion on change within the senior living sector.

ABOUT YOU : A compassionate team member who seeks an opportunity to do what you love, while touching the lives of those people we have the honor to care for and serve. An entrepreneurial spirit who is excited and motivated by the prospect of change and continuously improving the services we provide.

Responsibilities :

Supports the mission, core values and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision.

Completes all hours of state mandated continuing education each year.

Promotes and displays a spirit of teamwork in performance of daily duties through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.

Supports a positive and professional image through actions and dress.

Promotes the property in a positive manner and effectively communicates the organization’s values to residents, visitors, co-workers, and the community.

Carries out daily plan of care including all aspects of basic daily living and personal care needs.

Executes daily activities for residents as scheduled.

Serves and assists residents with meals.

Knows location of assigned residents within the community.

Listens and responds to the needs of residents and staff members.

Monitors residents’ general medical condition and reports changes to the appropriate nurse and manager.

Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of residents.

Maintains current and accurate records through use of computers and / or other documentation in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Attend all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or as directed.

Assist in maintaining a calm atmosphere.

Report any unusual behavior of a resident to the Assisted Living Manager or Memory Care Manager.

Learns, understands, and maintains residents’ rights.

Follows established infection control and standard precaution policies, fire, and safety policies, and practices good body mechanics.

Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned.

Qualifications :

Education : high school or equivalent.

One (1) years’ experience in long-term care preferred.

CNA certification preferred.

CPR certified preferred.

Must have a strong understanding of the English language, sufficient to speak, read and write.