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Cross Keys Village - The Brethren Home Community - New Oxford, PA
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Lifespring Attendant at Cross Keys Village is a full-time caregiver role focused on providing comprehensive care and support to participants in a memory care day program. This position emphasizes engaging the mind, body, and spirit of individuals living with dementia through a variety of stimulating activities and personal care. The role requires a compassionate approach to enhance the quality of life for participants while ensuring their safety and well-being.
Responsibilities
- Displaying enthusiasm and willingness to work with a variety of people.
- Utilizing good listening skills to stimulate participants' conversations.
- Providing physical and emotional support to participants.
- Observing and reporting changes in participants' physical and emotional status.
- Directing group activities and motivating participants as directed by the Lifespring Day Services Manager.
- Facilitating concurrent activities and assisting with community outings.
- Serving meals and snacks while promoting a dignified dining experience.
- Assisting participants with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Monitoring participants' food intake and dispensing nutritional supplements as ordered.
- Regularly interacting with family members to provide updates and resolve concerns.
- Maintaining an orderly environment through light housekeeping.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Three to five years of work-related experience providing direct care to older adults is required.
- Current enrollment in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry is strongly preferred.
- CPR/FA/AED certification is required.
- Successful completion of the medication administration and diabetic training course is required.
- Must be Serv-Safe certified or willing to obtain within 3 months of hire.
Benefits
- Positive work environment
- Comprehensive training opportunities
- Access to community events
- Excellent dining options
