A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
. Our associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. We believe in continually investing in these servant hearts; we envision them to be our future servant-centered leaders. We ve achieved
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NINE YEARS IN A ROW . CAREER DEVELOPMENT
. We reward our associates outstanding work and assist with career development to help fulfill their dreams! Faith Driven and Mission-Centered. Our mission To Welcome, To Care, To Serve derives from four primary points of view (Purpose, Passion, Platform, and Potential) which inspire our associates to recognize and celebrate one another s God-given gifts through service. Benefits & On-Demand Pay available!: This opportunity includes tuition reimbursement and an associate referral program. As well as on-demand pay in between paychecks!
PICTURE YOURSELF
Watercrest Palm Beach Gardens is looking for an Memory Care Private Care Specialist to join their Resident Care team! As a key member of the team, you will ensure the day-to-day care of our residents is provided in a sensitive, professional, and effective manner, as well as collaborate with the dining and community program to ensure best quality of care for all residents.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provide one-on-one support and companionship Assist with taking care of the resident s pet(s) Encouraging socialization and participation in community activities Assist residents to and from scheduled activities Perform daily housekeeping tasks as assigned using established procedures and standards Perform laundry duties as assigned Food shopping Assure that established infection control practices are maintained Report all accidents and incidents as soon as possible to supervisor, no matter how minor Maintain the confidentiality of residents personal care information Honor the residents personal and property rights Be knowledgeable and prepared for emergency situations including disasters, fire and other emergencies Must be in company uniform and resident ready at all times Performs other related essential duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, vendors, referral sources and outside contacts Able to make independent decisions Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or equivalent Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aid preferred, but not required CPR certification / First Aid certification preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Experience working with seniors preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position: Able to stand or walk 75% of the day Able to concentrate with frequent interruptions Able to work under stress and in emergency situations Able to work under conditions that require sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pulling, pushing and grasping Able to talk and hear effectively in order to convey messages, instructions and information to residents and team members Occasionally lift / carry up to 50 pounds.
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE / PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Work in all areas of the community Subject to reactions from dust, disinfectants and cleaning chemicals and may be exposed to infectious waste, diseases and other conditions Required to use personal protective equipment and supplies to prevent burns, falls, and infection and follow safety policies and procedures Personal protective equipment includes infection control kit, rubber gloves and non-slip shoes Subject to infectious diseases, substances and odors Follow Safety Policy & Procedures
