Job Title:

Caregiver

Department:

Personal Care

General Description:

Performs personal services for residents needing assistance with activities of daily living

Lines of Authority Supervised by:

Director of Memory Care

Supervises:

None

Duties:

• Based on assignments provided by supervisor, meets the personal care needs of residents including, but not limited to: assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, shaving, walking (with and without assistive devices), escorting, reminding, incontinence care, and room checks.
• Assists residents with dining services as necessary.
• Changes linen as necessary and completes daily tidying in apartments.
• Provides companionship to residents.
• Encourages residents to participate in self-directed activities.
• Encourages, and/or redirects residents with mild cognitive impairment.
• Seeks assistance in performing duties as necessary and appropriate.
• Reports and documents personal care services rendered.
• Reports any observations regarding resident condition or behavior and/or incidents to supervisor.
• Attends and participates in committees, training programs and staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Ability and Experience requirements:

• Must have criminal record clearance.
• Must attend required amount of training programs each year.
• Must have a current basic First Aid Card.
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Education Requirements

• None