Weekend Caregiver - In Home Care

Founded in 2000 and proudly based in Atlanta, Parc Communities is a recognized leader in upscale, hospitality-driven senior living. We create vibrant environments where residents thrive through thoughtfully designed independent living, assisted living, and memory care experiences, set in premier locations and featuring innovative, lifestyle-focused amenities.
What truly sets Parc Communities apart is our culture. Our core values-Passion, Empathy, Integrity, Resourcefulness, and Excellence-guide how we serve, lead, and support one another every day. We believe that meaningful connections, genuine care, and a commitment to doing what's right define exceptional senior living.
At the heart of everything we do is our timeless motto: at all times, we are ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen. This philosophy shapes the experience we provide not only to residents and their families, but also to our associates. We foster a respectful, collaborative workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow, making Parc Communities an employer of choice for those who want to make a lasting difference.
The Certified Nursing Aide/Caregiver provides direct personal care and related services to residents in the community according to documented, individualized service and care plans. Treats each resident with respect and dignity, recognizes induvial needs and encourages independence. Certified to provide routine wellness services to residents in accordance with the established nursing care procedures and as directed by the supervisor.

REPORTS TO:

Department: Resident Care
Primary: Resident Care Director and/or Assistant Resident Care Director

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

SALARY:

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or a GED, preferred.
CPR Certified.
Must complete a minimum of 12 hours per year of in-service education.
Have a minimum of six months experience in a caregiving role, preferably with the elderly.
Agree to undergo supplemental training by Community personnel, as may be required by the Community.
Have the professionalism necessary for establishing and maintaining a good rapport with resident and family members. Ability to handle emotionally charged situations in a professional manner.
Have an interest in and a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the elderly.
Must be able to move within the community and the resident's apartment freely and without limitation.
Ability to convey a positive and professional image to residents, family members, visitors and co-workers.
Must be able to work weekends.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:
Obtains vital signs, records, and notifies the supervisor(s) of deviations per Individual Service Plan (ISP).
Provides assistance with the following:
Personal hygiene (bathing, grooming, hair care, shaving, skin care)
Change bed linens and make bed
Toileting and Incontinent Care
Nutritional and fluid intake
Dressing
Ambulation and transfers
Positioning
Medication reminders
Other duties as assigned within scope of practice

• Follows the resident's individual service plans as directed. Follows the daily task sheets developed for each resident
• Communicates with the appropriate supervisor about changes in the resident's status and/or the home situation
• Utilizes standard precautions and infection control procedures
• Follows written instructions and requests assistance and further instructions with new or unfamiliar situations.
• Prepares resident progress notes and submits this documentation in a timely manner
• Assists the resident in maintaining a safe and clean environment
• Exhibits a caring and respectful attitude toward the resident and the resident's property
• Assist with activities and encourage resident engagement and participation
• Uphold confidentiality of residents and coworkers, HIPAA
• Attend bi-weekly in-service meetings and mandatory meetings
• Adheres to all community and company policies
• Performs any other duties as assigned

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with co-workers, residents, families and visitors.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, employees, and community operations
Employees will always work to the standards defined in the Parc 20 Basics, The Four Steps of Service, and the Parc Communities Credo
Neat appearance, adherence to dress code and good personal hygiene is expected
Promote Parc Communities in a positive way
Ability and desire to work as a team member and provide services to residents
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds, using proper body mechanics
Possible exposure to unpleasant odors
Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual
Possible exposure to verbal aggression from vendors, guests, residents and/or family members.
Continuous exposure to clients and/or family members who may be under stress
Employee may be subjected to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, bend, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is frequently required to use hand and finger to touch, handle and feel and required to reach with hands and arms. Must be able to meet certain physical demands of standing, bending, lifting, stooping or performing other work requiring physical exertion such as lifting (up to 50 lbs). Must be able to climb flights of stairs.
The work environment conditions described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to work well in well lighted/ventilated areas.
Must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Must be able to endure the resident's environment, which may be unsanitary and uncomfortable.

• Must be able to assist residents to roll in bed, sit up from a lying position, stand from a sitting position, transfer assist to and from w/c and provide stand-by assist during resident ambulation or other activities of daily living.
It is the policy of Parc Communities to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities.