Job description
RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Care Giver/PSW for Memory Care Neighbourhood
2 Open Positions:
Position #1 - Temporary Part-Time Mornings 6:00am-2:00pm
week 1: Saturday & Sunday
week 2: Friday & Monday
(with opportunity to pick up more shifts)
Position #2 - Permanent Part-Time Over Nights 10:00pm-6:00am
week 1: Friday & Monday 10:00pm-6:00am
week 2: Saturday & Sunday 10:00pm-6:00am
The successful candidate(s) MUST get a TB Test and Police Check with Vulnerable Sector prior to starting or MUST already have these 2 completed within the past 6 month time frame.
Responsibilities:
- Build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities
- Notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service
- Assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile
- Blends a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the resident's day
- Participates in the development of the Individualized Service Plans (ISP) and monthly updates
- Responsible for their designated group of residents during the shift, knows where their residents are and physically checks on them throughout the shift.
- Partners with community team to ensure community is in compliance with OSHA requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations.
- Responds to the dining needs of the residents and guests while maintaining Sunrise hospitality and service standards
- Invite, Encourage, Assist (IEA) residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on ISP and demographic profile
- Committed to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Services
Qualifications:
- Dedication to and passion to serve seniors with excellent customer service skills
- Positive attitude, the flexibility to perform various duties in service to the residents and the ability to work in a team environment are keys to success
- High School diploma/GED accepted and may be required per state regulations
- In states where appropriate, must maintain certifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Previous experience working with seniors preferred
- Ability to make choices, decisions and act in the resident’s best interest
- Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and a level of understanding
- Competent in organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills