Overview
Cottagewood is located on a beautiful 17 acre campus with charming courtyards and attractive cottages. We have a compassionate, caring and dedicated team who daily demonstrate our mission, "To Make a Positive Difference in the Lives of Every Person who Comes in Contact with Our Organization". If you enjoy being part of a team, are a caring and compassionate person and love to help people, this position may be a perfect fit for you. Our employees enjoy flexible work schedules, opportunities for advancement and paid comprehensive training! No experience is necessary. Check us out at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nPsxFpFWKU
Responsibilities
* Provide physical and emotional care to Residents and their families as described in the service plan, including activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing, grooming, oral care, shampooing, bathing, toileting, lotion application, nail and foot care if instructed by an RN, redirection of confused clients, and other duties as assigned.
* Assist residents with ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics and transfer devices.
* Assist with hearing aids and glasses, and support residents to reach and maintain the highest level of independence.
* Provide residents with physical and emotional support; assist with treatments as delegated by the Registered Nurse per the resident service agreement.
* Observe residents and report changes in physical or emotional condition (e.g., appetite, weight, attitude).
* Support activities by encouraging participation and escorting residents to scheduled activities.
* Complete required documentation daily (service schedule, flow sheets, communication book, etc.).
* Attend in-service training as assigned.
Qualifications
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
* Ability to prioritize, organize work effectively and efficiently.
* Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations.
* Team player with good interpersonal skills.
* Punctual with good attendance record.
* Ability to make responsible choices in the resident’s best interest and maintain confidentiality.
* Ability to read, write, spell, perform basic math, and speak/understand English.
Working Hours
Full-time and part-time shifts are available on AM and PM. The Resident Assistant will be required to work every other weekend and some holidays.
General Notes
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; additional details will be specified by the supervisor. The employee will also perform other reasonable business duties as assigned by the supervisor. Management reserves the right to change job responsibilities, duties and hours as needs prevail.
Gentle Touch Health Initiatives is an at-will employer. This job description is a guideline and does not constitute a written or implied employment contract. GTHI is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.
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