Shahbaz

Title: Shahbaz 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Shift:  2nd shift, 3pm-11pm

Reports to: Guide 

Department: Assisted Living 

Employment Status: Full-Time 

Supervisory Responsibilities: No 

Location: Taylor Glen, On-Site 

Date Created/Last Evaluated: October 2025 

Salary: 

Summary: The Shahbaz role is a versatility trained team member who supports the overall wellness of the elderly who live in a house. They are deeply relational and oversee the rhythm of the home to ensure each elder is well known, respected, and supported in living their days in a way they desire, with emphasis on autonomy, dignity, and love. Shahbaz is called to nurture, protect, and sustain the elders. 

Qualification Requirements 

•  High school diploma or equivalent (GED) . 

•  Completion of CNA I training program and valid Nurse Aide I registry listing. 

•  Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire). 

Preferred Qualifications 

•  One year of relevant experience working in long-term care or assisted living, preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Knowledge of basic elder care procedures, restorative practices, and common medical terminology. 

• Understanding of infection control, sanitation, food safety, and hygiene protocols in a household setting. 

• Ability to assist elders with mobility, transfers, positioning, and use of adaptive equipment safely. 

• Skill in taking, recording, and reporting vital signs, weights, and other care indicators accurately. 

• Capacity to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies, incidents, or stressful situations. 

• Strong communication skills to interact clearly and respectfully with elders, families, teammates, and clinical staff. 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of elder health and personal information, while honoring dignity and autonomy. 

• Flexibility to follow written and verbal instructions, adapt to changing priorities, and adjust to household routines. 

• Demonstrated compassion, patience, and attentiveness to elder needs, with a focus on meaningful engagement. 

• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to share leadership roles, support household operations, and collaborate in decision-making. 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

N/A 

Essential Functions 

• Promote elder dignity, respect, and autonomy in daily decision-making. 

• Build relationships through meaningful conversation, activities, and shared experiences. 

• Encourage elder participation in life events and community activities. 

• Engage with specialists (spiritual care, nursing, social work, dining) when complex needs arise. 

• Assist elders with daily living needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, hair and nail care, shaving, continence support, and hygiene. 

• Support restorative and rehabilitative procedures as outlined in care plans. 

• Record vital signs and measurements accurately. 

• Safely move, transfer, and position elders using proper body mechanics and equipment. 

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to posted menus and elder preferences. 

• Perform daily housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry, and bed-making. 

• Maintain a safe, orderly household environment, observing infection control and safety protocols. 

• Promptly respond to elder calls for assistance and report incidents, accidents, or suspected abuse. 

• Participate in ongoing training, orientation, and professional development. 

• Serve in household leadership roles (e.g., food, housekeeping, scheduling, care coordination). 

• Collaborate with teammates to foster a supportive, respectful, and high-functioning work environment. 

• Engage in regular team meetings and discussions with the clinical support team (CST) to ensure care quality and consistency.