What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Caregiver position at PARK Senior Villas Houghton?
PARK Senior Villas Houghton- An Assisted Living & Memory Care Community is HIRING immediately for Assistant Caregivers!!
Competitive Pay based on skills and experience
Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA and 401K
We are looking for responsible individuals that promote dignity, independence, self-determination, privacy, upholding state standards and promoting the philosophy, policies, and protocols of the company. Individuals who will “empower every person to celebrate life at its best.” Daily demonstrate our values of attitude, integrity and teamwork.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
Assistant Caregiver will work with Certified Caregiver.
· Provide direct patient care, medication pass, cooking, including bathing, feeding, dressing, toileting, incontinence care lifting, positioning, transferring, vitals etc.
· Maintain accurate and complete patient records and reporting.
· Review service plans and report any changes in resident’s condition.
· Work effectively as a team member with other care providers.
· Maintain a clean, orderly, welcoming living space for residents.
· Assist resident in participating in activities.
· Provide activities to residents as assigned and encourage their participation.
· Professional communication with residents, visitors, staff, and outside agencies such as hospice or other service providers.
· Must be able to perform a variety of household chores such as laundry, dishes, mopping, dusting, etc.
· Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
· Must have at least 1 to 2 years of experience working with the senior population
· Must have current CPR/First Aid Certification
· Must have current Fingerprint Clearance Card
· Must be Free of TB(prior to start)
· Must have current Food Handlers card or obtain Food Handlers card within 20 days of employment
· Must attend at a minimum six (6 to 12) hours per year (while working at Park Senior Villas) of care related education.