Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant

Overview

Join our compassionate team as a Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring dedicated support. This rewarding role involves providing personalized care to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those in long-term care settings. You will be instrumental in promoting independence, safety, and comfort while fostering a warm and respectful environment. We are committed to paying all team members fairly for their vital contributions and ensuring a positive, engaging work experience.

Duties

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, ensuring dignity and respect at all times
• Support with medication administration following prescribed protocols and documentation procedures
• Monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature to ensure health stability
• Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, implementing memory care strategies to enhance quality of life
• Operate manual handling equipment like Hoyer lifts safely to prevent injury during transfers
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs and assist with feeding when necessary
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping duties and adhering to infection control standards

Skills

• Prior experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home & community care environments is highly valued
• Strong knowledge of ADLs assistance, dementia care, memory care, and geriatrics best practices
• Ability to work effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges
• Proficiency in vital signs measurement, medication administration, CPR, first aid, and emergency response procedures
• Experience with EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems for accurate documentation
• Physical capability for heavy lifting and manual handling tasks required...