Caregiver

JOB SUMMARY

A person who is specifically trained, competent and performs assigned functions as a Caregiver in Rocky Mountain Assisted Living homes under the direction, instruction and supervision of Rocky Mountain Assisted Living House Manager, Wellness Director, Resident Care Coordinator and Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the elderly

2. Ability to carry our written and verbal directions and to read and write.

3. Current QMAP Certification

4. Current 1 st Aid Certification

5. 18 years of age or older

6. High School Diploma or GED

7. At least 1 year experience providing care to the elderly or persons with disabilities

LINE OF AUTHORITY

Reports directly to House Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists residents with activities of daily living in accordance with resident’s care plan and RMAL policies and procedure.

2. Understands, adheres to, and promotes RMAL policies and procedures.

3. Understands, adheres to, and promotes Resident Rights

4. Administers routine and PRN medications in accordance with Colorado State Health Department regulations and Rocky Mountain Assisted Living policies.

5. Communicates directly with assigned house manager, wellness director, and director of resident care. This includes but is not limited to reporting changes in resident condition.

6. Follows activities calendar, prepares, and conducts activities. Ensures a minimum of one activity is being completed each shift.

7. Reports all items that are running low in the home to the House Manager.

8. Performs housekeeping duties throughout home. Ensures the home is clean and tidy at all times. This includes but is not limited to room cleans, daily and as needed bed making, trash removal from resident rooms and common areas every shift and as needed, cleaning the common areas and bathroo...