Caregiver

We're hiring... Right now! At Artis Senior Living of Wilmette, we make it easy to connect! Come see us every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for open interviews. Bring a copy of your resume and have an interview on the spot - no appointment needed! * Starting pay is $20 / hour! * This is a part time position offering evening shifts on either Fridays and Saturdays, or Sundays and Mondays! The Caregiver / CNA will provide assistance with daily living activities for residents with Alzheimer's/Dementia. You may be required to respond to emergency calls and situations, document and report care provided, and transport residents to various functions or locations. Familiarity with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role. Working at Artis Senior Living, you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company. The Caregiver / CNA will: * Assist with activities of daily living such as grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, bathing/showering, eating, etc. * Assist with personal and household chores, such as tidying up room, errands, delivering mail and/or newspapers. * Transport residents within the community to meals, enrichment activities, and other programs as needed. * Ensure resident care plans are reviewed and followed consistently. * Observe and monitor residents for behavioral changes and/or adverse reactions to medications or treatment plans. Communicate any changes to clinical staff immediately, as well as document changes thoroughly. * Respond to emergency calls, resident/visitor's requests and correct environment hazards in a timely, appropriate and safe manner. * Observe community policies and procedures regarding resident and team member safety, attendance, timeliness, house rules, teamwork, and resident service. * Maintain professionalism and resident confidentiality at all times. * Adhere to all Infection Prevention, OSHA, fire and safety regulations at all times, to ensure the safety and well-being of all community residents. * Perform all other duties as requested. Education Requirements: * Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. * Caregiver, CNA or Home Health Aide certification is preferred, but not required. * Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by state. * Must be willing to obtain and/or maintain current First Aid/CPR certification. * Experience working in dementia care is a plus!