Porter-PRN/On-Call

Job Description

This is a PRN/On-Call Position. 

The purpose of this position is to support residents in daily living, while not providing hands-on assistance. The porter serves as an assistant for resident services staff, assuring residents are treated with dignity and respect and assisting each resident to be as independent and self-sufficient as possible. 

Qualifications: 

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  Typically, a minimum of 16 years of age.

  
  


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  Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position both physically and mentally.

  
  


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  Ability to communicate effectively in English.

  
  


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  Must be able to pass the State mandated criminal background screening and random drug testing.

  
  

Essential Functions: 

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  Deliveries to residents including: Fresh ice water, towels, newspaper, daily mail, packages, etc. 

  
  


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  Provides escort to and from meals and activities – propelling wheelchairs, walking alongside. Does not provide physical support or assistance.

  
  


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  Assist with meal service: opening packets, pouring beverages, setting and clearing tables, delivery and pick-up of room trays, etc.

  
  


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  One on one visitation with residents as directed to ease loneliness or anxiety

  
  


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  Light housekeeping chores including bed making, linen changes, straightening and dusting, emptying waste baskets, pick-up and delivery of laundry, etc.

  
  

General Responsibilities:

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  Be a goodwill ambassador of this living center

  
  


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  Comply with Life Safety policies and periodic “drills”

  
  


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  Participate in educational and training opportunities

  
  


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  Report safety and health hazards to the supervisor

  
  


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  Report any observed concerns or changes in a resident to the Shift Supervisor

  
  


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  Work cooperatively with co-workers, supervisors and other personnel associated with this living center

  
  


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  Report to work as scheduled 

  
  


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  Treat all residents with dignity and respect 

  
  


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  Comply with infection control protocols

  
  


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  Compliance with all Resident Rights including HIPAA 

  
  


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  Compliance with all rules and regulations governing care of residents in a Home for the Aged

  
  


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  Compliance with guidelines stated in the Employee Handbook

  
  


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  Training new staff as requested

  
  


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  Other duties as assigned or as may be necessary to assure the goals and objectives of the living center are fulfilled

  
  

Physical and Mental Requirements: 

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  Able to walk long distances on hard surfaces for extended periods of time 

  
  


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  Able to stand for extended periods of time

  
  


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  Able to bend, stoop, turn, twist, squat, kneel, push, pull, reach, and stretch

  
  


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  Able to sit for extended periods of time

  
  


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  Some repetitive motion work 

  
  


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  Able to communicate verbally and in writing with residents, co-workers and supervisors

  
  


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  Able to use telephone for communication

  
  


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  Able to read and comprehend instructions in English

  
  


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  Able to lift 20#

  
  


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  Emotional stability to appropriately handle resident care needs, including chronic illness, challenging behaviors, dementia related issues, and death of residents