Caregiver

Job DetailsJob Location: Abilene, TX 79601Position Type: Per DiemJob Shift: AnyThe Caregiver is responsible for providing resident services, including assistance with personal care, medication reminders, social and recreational activities, meal services, and other tasks as needed to facilitate the continued well-being of the resident. He or she must be sensitive to the needs and desires of each resident and make an attempt to improve and enrich their lives.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents.

Reviews resident Service Plans as needed to gain and maintain a familiarity with resident services needs and preferences

Reviews the Staff Communication log and corresponding resident Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in resident service needs and/or health conditions

Provides personal services to residents as assigned and as indicated on resident Service Plans

Helps residents with medications and/or treatments as indicated in the medication book and as assigned and allowed by regulation

Responds to calls from the emergency call system in a timely manner

Demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures

Helps maintain a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed

Helps with individual resident and group social/recreational activities as requested and encourages resident participation in activities

Monitors for changes in resident needs, preferences, and/or health status and reports/documents any changes according to established procedures

Responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner as per training received

Reports any abuse, suspected abuse, or alleged abuse to the appropriate supervisor and/or agencies

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Physical Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years old

Must meet in-service training requirements

Must have a desire to work with the seniors in an environment that upholds their privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality

Must be able to organize and use time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision

Must be able to work well with others and function effectively as part of a team

Must be well-groomed and willing to follow dress requirements

Must have a cheerful, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn new knowledge/skills

Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds, and to spend long periods of time walking/standing

Must be able to read, write, and understand English

Must have a general understanding of the needs of seniors

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or GED preferred

Experience with seniors preferred

Experience performing care-giving tasks preferred

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.

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