Care Partner

 Job Summary

Provide direct supervision of AOL care giving within the residence. Ensure residents are treated with respect and dignity. Recognizes individual needs and encourages independence. Fosters a homelike atmosphere throughout the community.

Essential Functions

1. Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan. Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible.

2. Serves meals to residents in the dining room or apartments. May assist in preparing meals following pre planned menus. Encourages residents to eat a proper diet and take adequate fluids while respecting the residents' right to free choice. Records and reports changes in residents' eating habits to the supervisor.

3. Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents as described in the activity calendar. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents.

4. Maintains resident’s; records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedures. This includes documentation related to: medication distribution as applicable, leisure activities incidents and observations, reporting any changes in resident’s physical condition and/or behavior, visitors, etc. Observes and reports the health and emotional condition of each resident, and promptly reports all changes to the supervisor. Refer to state specific regulations regarding medication assistance and documentation.

5. Maintains a clean, safe and orderly environment for the residents. Performs general housekeeping, following cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining areas, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, etc.

6. Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance - including emergency pull cords, telephone calls and requests from family and friends.

7. Knows location of each resident, reminds them to sign out when they leave the building, and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident

8. Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

 This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced positions. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his or her supervisor.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three to six months related experience preferred and/or training in direct service with older adults, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of dementia particularity of the Alzheimer’s type is helpful.

Physical Demands

• Standing 
• Sitting
• Walking  
• Use of hands and fingers to handle and feel
• Reach with hands and arms 
• Talk and hear
• Vision  
• Lift up to 50 pound’s

Working Conditions

• Requires interaction with coworkers & vendors
• Occasional weekend, evenings
• On call on an as needed basis 
• Possible injury from lifting residents
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases 
• Possible injury due to unexpected resident behavior
• Possible exposure to drug, chemical, or biological hazards
• Possibility of occurrence to complete required 16hr shift.
• Exposure to latex