Care Partner

HarborChase, LLC.; Jasper, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HarborChase, LLC. is seeking a dedicated CNA-style caregiver to assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and daily activities in a senior care setting.

You will ensure dignity, respect, and personalized care while adhering to resident rights and facility policies. Responsibilities include responding to calls, assisting with meals, light housekeeping, and maintaining safe, supportive environments.

Qualifications

• High school education required.
• Non-Certification with proper training, or possession of valid state CNA certification.
• 1–3 years experience in a senior care or nursing home preferred.
• Understanding of how Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease can affect behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, associates, residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and personal care.
• Provide quality care adhering to resident rights and policies.
• Respond to resident calls promptly and check residents every two hours.
• Escort residents to meals and assist with dining according to individual needs.
• Assist with dining room setup, cleaning, and residents' rooms and laundry as directed.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with residents and their families.
• Follow safety and OSHA guidelines in all procedures.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Patience

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification or state training

Job description

Position Summary

Provides residents assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) while recognizing the importance of their dignity and respect at all times.

Essential Functions

• Provides quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the resident philosophy and policies and resident rights
• Assists residents in meeting their physical, emotional and spiritual needs
• Adheres to each resident's Level of Care (LOC), notifies supervisor of any changes in resident's condition
• Answers and responds to resident calls in a timely manner
• Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
• Checks residents every two (2) hours and reports findings
• Completes assignment sheets daily.
• Encourages residents to attend meals in the dining room by escorting to and from Dining room
• Assists residents with meals in ways that meet their individual needs and desires, while being cognizant of changes in appetites and physical abilities to eat and drink
• Assists with cleaning and setting the dining room as directed by supervisor
• Assists with cleaning and tidying resident's room as directed by supervisor
• Assists with resident's personal laundry as directed by supervisor
• Establishes and maintains good relationships with residents and their families
• Disposes of all incontinent products according to OSHA regulations and Company policy
• Practices proper body mechanics when lifting following safety guidelines
• Responds to resident emergencies
• Works assigned schedule
• Follows proper procedure for clocking in and out for shifts
• Follows guidelines for uniforms and wears name badge daily
• Follows policy on signing equipment in and out, and uses Company assigned equipment properly as intended
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
• The ability to take ownership for associate's safety and the safety of the residents
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate's ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Non-Essential Functions

• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership
• Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
• Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able
• Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University
• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis
• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent
• Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation
• All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Requirements

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements

• Must have a high school education
• Non-Certification with proper training, or possession of valid state certification as C.N.A.
• 1-3 years experience in a senior care community or nursing home environment preferred
• Has a good understanding of how Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease can affect behavior
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts
• Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens

Background Screening Requirement

In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the Clearinghouse, disqualifying offenses, and exemption procedures, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com