About the position
The Caregiver / PCA 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be willing to obtain and/or maintain current First Aid/CPR certification.
Nice-to-haves
- Caregiver, CNA or Home Health Aide certification is preferred, but not required.
- Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by state.
Benefits
- Starting pay is $19 - $22 / hour!
- This is a full time position offering a flexible schedule on 1st shift (7am-3pm) OR 2nd shift (3pm-11pm)!
