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Job description
A GREAT CAREER starts with a GREAT COMPANY!
Apply to join our team of servant leaders today!
THE DIFFERENCE IS OUR PEOPLE. Our associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. We believe in continually investing in these servant hearts; we envision them to be our future servant-centered leaders.
We've achieved GREAT PLACE TO WORK status NINE YEARS IN A ROW.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT. We reward our associates' outstanding work and assist with career development to help fulfill their dreams!
Faith Driven and Mission-Centered. Our mission "To Welcome, To Care, To Serve" derives from four primary points of view (Purpose, Passion, Platform, and Potential) which inspire our associates to recognize and celebrate one another's God-given gifts through service.
Benefits & On-Demand Pay available!: This opportunity includes tuition reimbursement and an associate referral program. As well as on-demand pay in between paychecks!
PICTURE YOURSELF ...
Watercrest Palm Beach Gardens is looking for an Memory Care Private Care Specialist to join their Resident Care team! As a key member of the team, you will ensure the day-to-day care of our residents is provided in a sensitive, professional, and effective manner, as well as collaborate with the dining and community program to ensure best quality of care for all residents.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Provide one-on-one support and companionship
Assist with taking care of the resident's pet(s)
Encouraging socialization and participation in community activities
Assist residents to and from scheduled activities
Perform daily housekeeping tasks as assigned using established procedures and standards
Perform laundry duties as assigned
Food shopping
Assure that established infection control practices are maintained
Report all accidents and incidents as soon as possible to supervisor, no matter how minor
Maintain the confidentiality of residents' personal care information
Honor the residents' personal and property rights
Be knowledgeable and prepared for emergency situations including disasters, fire and other emergencies
Must be in company uniform and resident ready at all times
Performs other related essential duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, vendors, referral sources and outside contacts
Able to make independent decisions
Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner
Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent
Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aid preferred, but not required
CPR certification / First Aid certification preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Experience working with seniors preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position: Able to stand or walk 75% of the day
Able to concentrate with frequent interruptions
Able to work under stress and in emergency situations
Able to work under conditions that require sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pulling, pushing and grasping
Able to talk and hear effectively in order to convey messages, instructions and information to residents and team members
Occasionally lift / carry up to 50 pounds.
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE / PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Work in all areas of the community
Subject to reactions from dust, disinfectants and cleaning chemicals and may be exposed to infectious waste, diseases and other conditions
Required to use personal protective equipment and supplies to prevent burns, falls, and infection and follow safety policies and procedures
Personal protective equipment includes infection control kit, rubber gloves and non-slip shoes
Subject to infectious diseases, substances and odors
Follow Safety Policy & Procedures
Who can apply
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