Longleaf Aide Position Available In St. Tammany, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: Full-time Longleaf Aides at Christwood in Covington, LA provide personal care, treatments, and assistance to residents in Longleaf Cognitive Care. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean environment, promoting independence, and reporting changes in residents' conditions. High school diploma preferred, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement plan, access to amenities, and paid time off.
Job Description
Longleaf Aide 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 100 Christwood Boulevard, Covington, LA 70433 POSITION SUMMARY Full time, Day Aide in Longleaf Cognitive Care Are you passionate about caring for others and securing a fulfilling career? Join our team to experience a career that is full of purpose and possibility. Longleaf Aides perform routine duties in accordance with established Christwood methods and techniques at a high standard of care. Provides personal care and assistance to residents as needed. Provides treatments and carries out procedures following proper instructions. Fosters self-respect and a feeling of worth in each resident by providing consistent understanding and kindness in their care. Encourages maximum independence in all activities. Observes and reports changes in residents’ physical and emotional condition to the Charge Nurse. Maintains an attractive, comfortable, and clean environment for the residents. Assists in admitting, discharging, and transferring residents. Prevents spread of disease or infection by following established precautions (i.e., proper hand washing techniques, proper handling of contaminated items, etc.). Attends staff meetings, classes and ongoing in-service programs to improve knowledge and skills.
EDUCATION
Prefer High School Graduate or its equivalent. Shall be able to read, write, and follow oral instructions. Certified Nursing Assistant in the State of Louisiana preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to move throughout the facility promptly, especially in emergency situations. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and up to 150 lbs. with the assistance of one. Must be able to stoop, bend, and reach; must be able to push and pull a resident in a wheelchair; good visual and hearing acuity required; good verbal communication skills required. Must be able to walk or stand for up to 80% of the workday.
BENEFITS
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Options 403 (b) Retirement Plan Access to Christwood Amenities including our Wellness Center Optional Direct Primary Care Physician on campus Scholarship Opportunities for Education Generous Paid Time Off Program Monthly staff appreciation events End-of-the- Year Appreciation Gift from Resident and Family Community
