Caregiver - Paid Training & Flexible Scheduling

Company: MBK Senior Living
Location: Forest Knolls
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Job Summary: -The identified duties and responsibilities are representative of the basic functions, general nature and level of work for the position. -They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of the duties required. Every Team Member is expected to perform essential functions that are similar or related to the ones identified, and to follow supervisor direction and complete additional duties as requested and assigned. -The Caregiver is responsible for assisting residents in their Daily Living Activities including, but not limited to: bathing, grooming, personal and dental hygiene, transportation to meals and activities, bowel and bladder functions, etc., maintaining resident dignity and respect with superior customer service and in accordance with all policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines. -Essential Job Duties (Include % of time for each responsibility):- Respond to resident needs promptly and kindly while maintaining each resident's self- respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality (50%)- Read and follow care plans to ensure proper care is being given to their residents (10%)- Assist residents in their daily living activities including bathing, dressing, hygiene (including shaving, hair care, etc.), meals, activities, bowel and bladder functions (including taking to bathrooms, portable commodes, changing incontinency products, etc.)(20%)- Provide assistance at mealtime with selecting meals, serving, eating, clearing, delivering room trays as needed or assigned (3%)- Transport residents as necessary assisting them into and out of bed, wheelchairs, etc. following all safety/lifting and transferring techniques - escorting them to/from meals, activities, or other transportation needs as requested or assigned (3%)- Perform regular safety checks on residents (1%)- Encourage residents to participate in daily activities such as bed making, laundry, cleaning, setting tables, etc. (1%)- Invite, encourage, assist and lead residents in meaningful and life enriching activities (3%)- Clean, complete laundry, and assist with all other community activities and job duties as required or assigned(1%)- Manage oxygen tanks and concentrators per MD orders for resident needs (1%)- Chart and document appropriate information (including incident reports) communicating any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately (4%)- Respond promptly to all resident alerts, carrying walkie- talkies and reacting to emergency or other resident requests as needed (3%)- Ensure resident safety and comfort at all times, assisting in the performance of fire or other safety drills (1%)Non- Essential Job Duties:- Always display a positive and professional image through actions and dress and in accordance with the MBK core values- Encourage teamwork through open communication with co- workers and other departments -- Demonstrate effective time management skills so that all resident assignments are completed daily per shift- Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families, and guests- Adhere to all MBK policies and procedures related to meal breaks and rest periods- Perform other duties as consistent with the position and as assigned by the Director of Health Services, and/or Director of Assisted Living, and/or Director of Memory Care, and/or Executive DirectorRequirements (Include education, experience, special skills, licenses, certifications):- Age 18 or over, or have the proper work permit and work authorization documentation- High school diploma or equivalent- Nurses Aid certification preferred- Current first aid certification -- Background clearances as required by government regulations- Complete a health screening and provide negative TB test results (must be within the last 6 months or within 7 days of employment)- Prior Caregiving experience preferred but on the job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire -- Must be able to read and speak English- Ability to follow oral and written directions- Ability to interact effectively with people of different ages and backgrounds- Must meet and maintain all state specific regulatory requirementsPhysical Demands (Include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, walking, standing, sitting):- Must be mobile and able to execute the physical demands of the Caregiving position including kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, bending- Must be able to lift 40+ pounds and push 150 pounds unassisted

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