Caregiver - ALL Shifts (Full AND Part Time)

Appleton Retirement Community•Appleton, WI

About The Position

The Caregiver is a part of the Cornerstone team, a resident-focused, high performance, high commitment work team that supports the moto of, “creating healthy living and work environments.” As a Caregiver at Appleton Retirement Community, they are responsible for ensuring that quality services are a way of life for this community where every associate’s interaction with residents and family members reflects the philosophy of Cornerstone Management Services. A Caregiver is trained to provide personal care and related services to residents in the community according to documented, individualized service and care plans.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older to apply
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to have a flexible work schedule.
Drug Free.
Clear Background.
No Communicable diseases.
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally.
25 to 50 pounds of force frequently.
10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift/move objects.
Constant standing and walking.
Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, turning, and stretching.
Finger and hand dexterity.
Visual and hearing acuity.

Nice To Haves

Experience in senior resident services, social work, health care, or customer service.
Experience working with older adults and knowledge of aging process

Responsibilities

Follows the resident’s ISP as directed.
Follows the daily task sheets developed for each resident.
Communicates with the appropriate supervisor about changes in the resident’s status and/or the home situation
Utilizes standard precautions and infection control procedures.
Follows written instructions and requests assistance and further instructions with new or unfamiliar situations.
Prepares resident progress notes and submits this documentation in a timely manner.
Assists the resident in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
Exhibits a caring and respectful attitude toward the resident and the resident’s property.
Works with the Resident Services Director and the rest of the operations team to build relationships and strong communication with residents and families
Assists with activities and encourage resident engagement and participation
Upholds confidentiality of residents and coworkers, HIPAA
Attends bi-weekly in-service meetings and mandatory training.
Adheres to all community and company policies
Understands proper use of facility equipment.
Reports observations concerning structural and equipment wear, defects, and malfunctions to the supervisor.
Performs any other duties as assigned.