Caregiver--PM Shift

Caregiver Position

Cimino Care is a family-owned company that looks to employ caregivers that are compassionate, self-motivated, and proud to be a part of a team of professionals. Providing security, care, and assistance in a serene setting is an ideal fit for a candidate who enjoys working with seniors. Come join a growing company who has flourished by providing seniors with Old World Hospitality!

Come work for a family owned company that appreciates and values your skills. Enjoy a job that makes an impact everyday!

Benefits offered to full time staff include:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

AM SHIFT: 2:30-11:00 pm: 4/2 rotation (4 days on, 2 days off).

The purpose of this position guide is to establish and define the duties, responsibilities, authority and reporting relationships of the position of the caregiver. The caregiver is the key person delivering direct hands-on care to the residents. Their work is the centerpiece of the facility's day-to-day operations. Reports to either Shift Manager, Care Coordinator or Administrator.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Know the location and disposition of all residents (under direct care) at all times
• Ensure each resident looks clean and presentable throughout the day
• Assist with dressing, applying make-up, combing hair, cleaning eyeglasses, and assisting with other personnel grooming tasks as needed
• Keep residents' rooms in proper order throughout the day, including tidying rooms, making beds and putting clothes away
• Assist residents by providing for their comfort, safety and enjoyment
• Keep any internal charts current, know of each resident's needs and report all observed physical and emotional changes in residents to the shift manager or RCC (Resident Care Coordinator) or Administrator. Report should occur by the end of the shift and should be documented in the change-over notes, unless immediate intervention is needed
• Attend periodic staff meetings and in-service training and mandatory meeting as required
• Read, follow and sign any care plans and posted messages and/or updates during each shift
• Observe Resident's Rights, as posted within the facility
• Promptly respond to resident calls for assistance
• In Emergency situations, assist residents according to the Emergency Plan of the facility
• Assist with First Aid as directed
• Maintain a cooperative and cheerful attitude when relating to residents or their guests
• Assist residents at mealtimes as directed or needed
• Assist residents with personal hygiene needs as needed throughout the shift
• Assist residents with daily recreational activities, including crafts, games, music and exercise and encourage participation
• Follow any written work schedules and service schedules
• Residents in group are all receiving quality care
• All required documentation being done properly and in timely manner
• Schedule is being followed
• Perform other duties assigned

Core competencies:

• Team player with good communication skills
• Attention to detail and safety
• Respect for client dignity and privacy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Each employee must have a physical examination and tuberculin test performed by a physician. The tests are to be completed (with results) within seven (7) days after hire (unless regulations stipulate completion before employment.) If the exams are not completed within this time, the employee will be placed on suspension until they are completed.
• The Department of Social Services (DSS) licensing agency requires that fingerprints cards and an affidavit on criminal convictions be submitted for the purpose of conducting a criminal record review. The DSS will issue an approval or denial according to the criminal clearance reports. An approval must be…