Caregiver (PT)
- Los Altos, CA
- $22.00-23.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Monitor residents’ well-being in a general way and report any changes in condition to the appropriate associate/department immediately
- Assist residents with simple requests as needed or find appropriate associate to assist
- Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction
- Supervise or assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, ambulation and other activities of daily living
- Provide companionship and develop strong resident relations
- Respond to emergencies according to policies and procedures
- Help residents with assistive devices (walkers, wheelchairs, hearing aids, etc.)
- Encourage self-care of residents
- Document care provided to residents consistent with documentation standards
- Provide input to the Care Services Director and/or the Resident Care Coordinator/Dementia
- Care Coordinator to assure that resident individual service plans are current
- Review24 Hour Report and care check lists regularly
- Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy
- Practice standard precautions, infection control, and safe work practices
- Observe and monitor residents to provide or assist with documentation regarding resident status
- Cover the Customer Service desk in the Care Services lobby, if necessary
- Answer telephone according to company policy and standards
- Support, lead and participate in resident-centered wellness programs
- Resolve resident questions according to set policies and procedures
- Greet and direct family members, potential residents, prospects and other individuals to the appropriate staff contacts in the community
- Assist and participate in community special events and marketing events
- Assist residents in meeting their social needs through interaction with staff, family and other residents including encouraging and reminding residents of wellness programming
- Assist in the general upkeep of the community common areas
- Maintain upkeep of residents’ rooms (e.g., making bed, taking out trash, washing dishes)
- Assist with resident laundry as assigned
- Support open and honest communication with and between all associates
- Work as part of the team within your department and across the community
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
- Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
- Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately to supervisor
- Support continuous improvement
- Adhere to all regulations, laws and company standards, including the Associate Handbook
- Understand and support the community sales process
- Perform other related duties as required
- Bring a smile to work every day
- Be a great team player
- High school education or GED equivalent preferred
- Nursing assistant course recommended
- First Aid certification and CPR, if required
- Must meet State training requirements and/or certifications
- Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) is desirable
- Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed
- Competitive pay
- A free meal per shift
- Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
- Matching 401k (Full-time only)
- Paid Time Off
- Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
- Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities