Memory Care Companion – Dignified Care & Support

The Oars Senior Living; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oars Senior Living in Citrus Heights, CA is accepting applications for Caregivers to provide quality care and experiences for residents living with health ailments and cognitive impairment. Caregivers support daily living activities, mobility, grooming and dining according to each resident's plan.

You will work with a team, communicate with residents with compassion, and maintain cleanliness and safety. Must be at least 18, HS diploma or equivalent; prior dementia care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with aging, Alzheimer’s/dementia care preferred.
• Knowledge and use of proper body mechanics for back safety when assisting residents with mobility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide dignified care delivery according to the resident's plan of care.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living including mobility, transfers, bathing, grooming, toileting, dining and activity engagement.
• Perform daily light housekeeping tasks and keep rooms neat and tidy.
• Report changes in resident condition or unusual incidents to supervisor promptly.
• Follow all community rules, policies and processes and maintain mandatory training.

Skills

Compassion and empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

ADL care knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Accepting applications for Caregivers at The Oars at Greenback Lane. Come be a part of Senior Living designed with purpose, and be part of a team that is redefining the culture of care. At The Oars, the Caregivers primary purpose and function is to provide quality care and experiences for our residents who live with health ailments and/or cognitive impairment resulting from the aging process, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other illnesses. Care Managers report directly to the Department’s Director (Assisted Living Director or Memory Care Director).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensure care delivery is dignified and of quality standards.
• Understanding and respecting each resident as an individual with specific preferences, needs and values.
• Have the ability to communicate with residents using compassion, empathy and validation.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living according to their individual needs reflected on their plan of care. This will include, but is not limited to providing assistance with mobility, transfers, bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, dining and activity engagement.
• Daily light housekeeping duties which includes bed making, keeping room neat and tidy, and emptying trash.
• Responsible to report any change in resident condition/unusual incident to the Department Director, Healthcare Director and/or Executive Director in a timely manner.
• Follows and practices all community and department rules, policies and processes set forth by The Oars Senior Living.
• Engages in positive processes and practices; Comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations as it relates to resident care and services.
• Maintain all mandatory training requirements set forth by The Oars Senior Living and Community Care Licensing.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Be able to complete designated shift assignments accordingly.
• General knowledge and understanding of the aging process, Alzheimer’s/dementia care and basic ADL care experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with managing behaviors associated with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other related disorders which cause memory impairment is preferred.
• Knowledge and use of proper body mechanics for back safety when assisting residents with mobility, transfers, turning and positioning required; Experience with mechanical lifts helpful.
• Able to prioritize and multitask throughout the shift to ensure all duties are completed in a timely manner.
• Able to work with a team, problem solve, and possess communication skills to effectively carry out all day to day job responsibilities.