Caregiver NOC shift

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! 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

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

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 obtained in order to retain employment.

All employees must keep their FIRST-AID certification current

Skills, knowledge and abilities: skill in compassionately caring for elderly, knowledge of proper caregiving techniques and the ability to care for several residents at one time

Organizational skills: must be able to maintain order and efficiency in performing job duties, maintain constant pace

Mental: must be able to handle stress well, stay calm under pressure. Must be able to think and make decisions consistent with policies and procedures and licensing regulations

Education and experience:

High School diploma or equivalent, required

At least some prior experience in caring

At least 18 years or older, required

Certified Nurse Assistant and/or Home Health Aide Certificate, preferred

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