Journey Caregiver AM shift

WellQuest Living; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community as a Journey Caregiver AM shift where you will provide essential personal assistance to residents and enhance their quality of life. This entry-level full-time position is responsible for aiding residents with daily living tasks and participating in recreational activities, fostering a warm and safe environment. Ideal candidates must possess a First Aid Card and attend mandatory training, showcasing a commitment to resident care and safety.

Qualifications

• Must have criminal record clearance.
• Must attend required training programs.
• Must have a current basic First Aid Card.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in their Activities of Daily Living (ADL) tasks as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident’s needs while respecting personal dignity.
• Communicate observed changes in resident conditions to supervisors.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

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The Caregiver is responsible for providing personal assistance and routine daily care and services related to the residents in accordance with the Resident Care Profile, and as may be directed by the Executive Director and Health Services Director in order to enhance the residents’ independence and quality of life. This position is at a WellQuest Living community. In addition, the Caregiver is responsible for assisting residents with recreational activities to help maintain their optimum level of functioning. Reports to: Health Services Director or Journey Care Director or Journey Program Director, as assigned.

Essential Functions, Duties And Responsiblities

The essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the basic functions of the position. While every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Assist residents in their Activities of Daily Living (ADL) tasks as needed and directed. This includes bathing, grooming, personal and dental hygiene, transportation to meals and activities, bowel and bladder functions (e.g., take to bathroom, portable commode, change incontinency products, etc.), shaving, dressing, and hair care.
• Respond to resident’s needs promptly while maintaining each resident’s self- respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality.
• Assist residents into and out of bed and wheelchair as needed, following safe lifting/transferring techniques.
• Assist residents at mealtime, providing assistance with serving meals and clearing tables after each meal, as directed. Deliver room trays, as directed.
• Encourage residents to participate in daily activities such as bed making, laundry, and setting tables.
• Encourage and assist residents in keeping rooms’ neat and maintaining a safe environment.
• Assure that residents are dressed and groomed appropriately.
• Communicate any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately.
• Respond timely to resident pull chords/alerts. Carry radio on person and respond as required.
• Assist Activities Department staff in carrying out planned activities. Assist residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
• Assure that resident care sign-off sheets are completed by the end of each shift.
• Assist new residents with arranging personal items and help to familiarize them to new surroundings, by introducing them to other residents.
• Assist Medication Aides in the performance of their job requirements and assume medication aide activities when needed.
• Use Universal Precautions and follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.
• Perform fire and safety procedures when needed to assure resident/staff safety.
• Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families and visitors.
• Attend scheduled in-service classes and mandatory staff meetings.
• Maintain all required certifications/licensures as required by state law or company policy.
• Provide support to community’s marketing efforts through positive/friendly interaction during all property tours and telephone contact with the public, and as directed by a supervisor.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards.
• Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.
• Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned by the Health Services Director, Journey Care Director, Journey Program Director or Executive Director.
  
  

Ability And Experience Requirements

• Must have criminal record clearance.
• Must attend required amount of training programs each year.
• Must have a current basic First Aid Card.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
  
  

Education Requirements

• None

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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