Activity / Memory Care

Activity / Memory Care

GENCARE INC. - 3.1

Federal Way, WA Job Details Full-time $22 - $23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Continuing education credits License reimbursement Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Serving CPR Certification Oral hygiene Completing CE credits Resident's rights Event coordination BLS Certification Working with individuals with cognitive disabilities First aid Working with geriatric patients English Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Safe environment creation Clean workspace maintenance CNA Geriatrics Food Handler Certification Bathing assistance Entry level

Full Job Description Job Summary:

GenCare Lifestyle @ Federal Way is a Premier IL/AL/Memory Care Senior Living Community in Federal Way, and a recent multiple US News & World Report Community Award Winner. We are seeking to add amazing, caring, and compassionate quality l icensed Memory Care Caregivers and CNAs to our team. We currently have Full Time "Guide" positions available. Must have a kind, patient attitude as you will be assisting Senior Living and Memory Care Residents live a more purposeful life and steer our vitality goals for our residents.

FULL TIME BENEFITS

Base Medical plan is 99% employer paid, Dental, Vision and Life at the employees expense, Paid sick (1 hour for every 40 worked, able to roll over max of 56 hours) and 6 paid holidays per year plus a paid day off for your birthday, one week vacation after one year employment, with an additional week beginning in year 2 finally with an additional week starting in the 47th month for a total of 3 weeks, quarterly raises for hourly employees, 401K eligible after 6 months with up to a 4% employer match after one year of employment, up to 3 days of bereavement and up to 5 days jury leave, First Choice Health Employee Assistance Program, free CEU's, LPN and CNA annual license reimbursement, Free meal at work. Position Description Work as a Guide for our dementia residents to ensure they have a meaningful life each day. Primary responsibility is to provide a fun, structured, and purposeful day full of appropriate activities, which will include helping serve meals and snacks. Secondary responsibility is to help with ADL's and care duties as requested and as needed. Under the general supervision of the Memory Care Director, the Memory Care Guide shall possess the following qualifications and perform the following duties and responsibilities:

EXPERIENCE

Industry related work with vulnerable cognitively impaired adults Nursing or medical work with dementia residents preferred Experience in Vitality/Activity programs

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Assist in developing and carrying out Vitality daily programs that include the personal interests of every resident. Plan and coordinate Vitality offerings in collaboration with community themes, events, and holidays. Find the 'just right" activity for every resident. Use adult equipment and supplies. Include daily fitness, exercise, and/or balance activities. Perform personal care skills to include bathing, mouth care and skin, resident grooming and dressing, and toileting assistance, as requested by the Memory Care Director. Provide a clean, orderly, and safe environment for the resident . Demonstrate the ability to identify the psychosocial characteristics of all residents including those with mental illness, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other related disorders. Demonstrate consistency in regard to residents rights and decisions regarding care Be available to train for and cover other shifts and assist the Memory Care Director to ensure the smooth operation of the Memory Care area. Complete all other duties as assigned

OUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of Twenty-One (21) years of the age High School Graduate or equivalent A CNA and successful completion of recognized resident care courses that encompass orientation, basic or modified training and specialty courses as specified in

WAC 388-112.

Fulfill continuing education requirements as outlined in

WAC 388-112

. Completion of GenCare's Memory Care training. Willingness to direct Vitality offerings and help keep residents meaningfully engaged. Minimum fulfillment with Criminal Background and Fingerprint Checks and every two (2) years thereafter. 2 Step TB CPR/First Aid

HIV/AIDS

Training Food Handler's Permit Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds. Ability and desire to work well people of all ages Ability to work varied hours and shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Required to read, write and speak the English language fluently with ability to follow oral and written instructions. If you are passionate about helping seniors and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.