Caregiver

*Caregiver*

San Antonio, TX *Franklin Park Sonterra has openings for a Caregiver position.*

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*Summary*

Franklin Park Sonterra is managed by Franklin Park, a firm dedicated to providing residential communities where seniors and their families feel right at home immediately upon entering our doors. Were inspired by excellence and committed to Dedication in every detail. We currently have openings for a Caregiver.

*GENERAL DESCRIPTION:*

Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): dining, dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, and transfers and mobility. Facilitates their independence and/or participation to the extent of their abilities, and offers choice and control. Actively promotes resident engagement in hobbies and interests, and their participation in community programs and events.

*PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*

Provides quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the communitys philosophy and

policies and resident rights.

Assists residents in meeting their physical, emotional and spiritual needs: engages residents in

meaningful conversation during care, encourages them to develop relationships in the community and

eat meals in the dining room and, and facilitates their participation in programs and social events.

Provides scheduled care and ADL assistance to residents according to daily assignments. Assists them

with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, transfers and mobility (ADLs) and chores to the extent

specified in the service plan. May help residents onto and off of toilet, into and out of bed, and with

personal hygiene including brushing hair and using soap and washcloth during showers. Practices

proper body mechanics when lifting and transferring. Asks for assistance as needed and follows all

safety guidelines.

Notifies supervising nurse of any changes in resident's condition.

Responds promptly in person to resident calls, assisting them as the situation requires.

Checks residents every two (2) hours (or as otherwise scheduled) and documents special needs,

services provided, and or changes in condition.

Encourages residents to attend meals in the dining room through reminders and/or escort service as

needed. Delivers room service meals as assigned, ensuring proper temperatures, and set up; returns to

pick up dishware before end of shift. Assists residents with eating in ways that meet their individual

needs and desires, recognizing changes in appetite and physical abilities to eat and drink.

Assists with cleaning and setting the dining room as assigned.

Assists with cleaning and tidying residents rooms/apartments as assigned.

Launders bed linens and/or residents personal clothing as assigned. Removes and bags soiled bed

linens and/or clothing as needed between assigned laundry/housekeeping days. Properly handles all

such items, according to community policy and universal precautions.

Disposes of all incontinent products according to OSHA regulations and community procedures.

Responds to resident emergencies.

Logs care provided on assignment sheets throughout shift, ensuring that forms are accurate and

complete at the end of the shift.

Establishes and maintains good relationships with residents and their families. Provides information and

answers questions within the boundaries of HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of health and

personal information.

Resolves/rectifies service oversights when possible. Refers problems or policy questions to

administration.

Follows proper procedure for clocking in and out for shifts.

Wears required uniform and name badge while on duty.

Follows policy on signing equipment in and out, and uses assigned equipment properly as intended

Attends required trainings and meetings.

Becomes familiar and understands the steps for emergency response, including fire evacuation.

All employees are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community

residents.

Performs other duties as assigned.

*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:*

Has a passion to work with older adults

Has a working knowledge of how dementia as well as normal aging can affect communication, behavior

and physical abilities

Able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus

Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members,

and outside contacts

ls prompt, reliable and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis

*EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:*

High school diploma or equivalent

Must complete on-the-job training as assigned; certification as C.N.A. a plus

*WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:*

1 or more years experience in senior care or nursing home environment preferred : The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met to

successfully perform the essential functions of this position:

Stand, walk, sit, push, climb and/or balance, stoop, bend or kneel throughout the shift

Use hands and fingers to perform fine motor movements including buttoning and zipping clothing

Will assist in lifting and/or transferring residents weighing up to 250 pounds

Close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision is required

Exposure to infectious diseases, chemical substances, and unpleasant odors throughout the shift.

Disclaimer:

I have read my and understand the information provided. l further understand that this

is not intended, and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all the

responsibilities, skills, efforts or physical requirements/working conditions associated with this job.

Management reserves the right to revise duties as needed and may be required to perform additional

tasks necessary to meet standards of quality and care.

*Franklin Park Sonterra is located at 18323 Sonterra Pl, San Antonio, TX 78258. It is owned and operated by Franklin Park, based in San Antonio and voted one of the citys Top Workplaces in 2014 and again in 2016! To learn more about our organization, go to*

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