Lead Elder Care Assistant (PRN)

Catholic Charities of Baltimore; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Vacation/sick/holiday pay

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Advancement

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Baltimore, Caritas House, seeks an Elder Assistant to support seniors with daily living activities and medication management, promoting independence and personal choice. The role includes PRN/on-call scheduling and potential leadership as Lead Elder Assistant.

The position requires caregiving experience, strong communication, and a commitment to safety. Benefits and professional growth opportunities are provided within a trauma-informed care framework.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Technician (CMT) in good standing with Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in good standing with Maryland Board of Nursing or equivalent experience.
• Two years of direct elder care experience and demonstrated competency within first seven days.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with daily living activities including dressing, bathing, hygiene, and laundry.
• Maintains accurate MAR documentation for medications.
• Lead Elder Assistant: coordinates daily workflow and mentors staff.
• Trains new hires and delivers in-service sessions.
• Ensures safety and compliance with facility policies and infection control.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

CMT Certification

CNA Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Catholic Charities of Baltimore, Caritas House, seeks an Elder Assistant to support seniors with daily living activities and medication management, promoting independence and personal choice. The role includes PRN/on-call scheduling and potential leadership as Lead Elder Assistant.

The position requires caregiving experience, strong communication, and a commitment to safety. Benefits and professional growth opportunities are provided within a trauma-informed care framework.