On-Call Caregiver

On-Call Caregiver Position at CiminoCare

CiminoCare 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!

This position is classified as Hourly/On-call at $17 - 17.50/hr. On-Call status for all three shifts (AM, PM & NOC).

As an on-call caregiver at CiminoCare, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and comfort of our residents. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily activities, administering medications, and providing companionship. We are looking for individuals who are reliable, dependable, have open availability and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Know the location and always disposition of all residents (under direct care)
• Ensure each resident looks clean and presentable throughout the day or night
• Assist with dressing, applying makeup, combing hair, cleaning eyeglasses, and assisting with other personal grooming tasks as needed. For NOC shifts, assist with nighttime personal care.
• Keep resident's rooms in proper order throughout the day, including tidying rooms, making beds, and putting clothes away. Assist residents by providing comfort, safety & 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 Supervisor
• For NOC shift, communicate effectively with day staff regarding overnight evens or concerns
• Report should occur by the end of the shift and should be documented in the changeover notes unless immediate intervention is needed
• Attend periodic staff meetings and in-service training and mandatory meetings as required
• Read, follow and sign any care plans and post 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 with bathing and dressing of residents as scheduled or directed
• Assist residents at mealtime as directed or needed
• Assist residents with daily recreational activities, including crafts, games, music, and exercise and encourage participation
• Perform other duties assigned

Core Competencies:

• Strong observational and communication skills
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable demeanor
• Organizational skills—must be able to maintain order and efficiency in performing job duties, maintain constant pace
• Must be able to think and make decisions consistent with policies and procedures and licensing requirements
• Attention to detail and safety
• Reliability and alertness during NOC shifts
• Respect for client dignity and privacy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Additional Responsibilities:

• Completes and follows in-house safety program and ensures compliance with all safety laws (i.e. OSHA, Title 22, Fire Authority, etc.)
• Understands and promotes the community's fire and accident prevention, sanitation procedures, and use of fire safety equipment.

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 fingerprint 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. Approval must be obtained to retain employment
• Willing to submit to any drug screening as requested or required
• All employees must keep their FIRST-AID certification current
• Able to work overnight (NOC) shifts, including weekends and holidays

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must be able to handle stress well, stay calm under pressure
• Organization and efficiency
• Physical stamina
• Reliability and punctuality
• Basic equipment handling
• Strong observational and communication skills
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable demeanor
• Organizational skills—must be able to maintain order and efficiency in performing job duties, maintain constant pace
• Must be able to think and make decisions consistent with policies and procedures and licensing requirements

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School Diploma/GED, preferred
• Previous caregiving, CNA, or healthcare experience preferred
• At least 18 years or older, required

Body Positioning: Spend time bending, twisting or lifting to 50 pounds, keeping or regaining balance, making repetitive motions, standing, walking and running and using your hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools