Afternoon/Evening PSS Caregiver

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES

“We deliver genuine Warmth, with a foundation of Wisdom, and a commitment to Wellness, resulting in an experience of “Wow.”

This position provides the highest quality personal care and assistance while promoting overall resident well-being. Behaviors are expected to exemplify Company values, assuring that Exceptional Customer Service is consistently provided to all internal and external customers. 

Responsibilities include assisting with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as defined on the Care Plan; completing all other assignments, and duties as directed by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager or Resident Care Coordinator encouraging participation in the life enrichment program, and being highly observant of resident conditions and behaviors, and potentially unsafe resident situations, or environmental safety concerns, reporting them immediately to the Charge Nurse.

Afternoon/Evening PSS Caregiver position will be required to meet the requirements of the regular schedule as well as working at least two Company-observed holidays, one of which may be a major holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day), if requested. Mandatory overtime (working beyond scheduled shift) will be required at times to meet unexpected demands.

Duties include and are not limited to:

Adhering to all company rules, safety protocols, policies, procedures, and expectations

Providing a positive and productive environment by promoting a positive image and collaborative working style with other team members

Communicating effectively at shift changes to ensure all relevant information is provided to the oncoming shift regarding resident status 

Completing all shift assignments and documents according to company requirements

Requirements

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of one year of similar experience providing direct care in a similar environment is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required as well as demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. Experience exercising good judgment in a variety of challenging circumstances is also required. 

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED is required.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• CNA or PSS preferred, no certification required if over the age of 18 with a willingness to learn the required skills 
• Current CPR certification or willingness to become certified within six months of hire.

COMPENSATION

$19.95 - $22.00 depending on experience

+$1.00 per hour weekend shift differential
+$2.00 per hour evening shift differential
+$4.00 per hour overnight shift differential
+$3.00 per hour every weekend shift differential 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (in a usual workday)

Sit Total hours/day 1.5 Hours at one time .25

Stand Total hours/day 7.0 Hours at one time 4.0

Walk Total hours/day 3.0 Hours at one time 1.0

Approximate percentages of time tasks are performed in carrying out the essential functions of this position:

10% of time bending/stooping

10% of time squatting

1% of time crawling

1% of time climbing

5% of time reaching above shoulder level

5% of time kneeling

50% of time hand/fingers used for repetitive motion

50% of time feet used for repetitive movements

20% of time hands/fingers used for fine manipulation

15% of time hands/fingers used for simple grasping

5% of time hands/fingers used for pushing/pulling

10% of time hands/fingers used for firm grasping

50% of time head/neck in rotational movements

50% of time head/neck in static position

10% of time head/neck in extension movements

5% of time head/neck in flexing movements

Pounds employee is required to carry 20 lbs.

Usual distance carried 5 ft.

Pounds employee is required to lift 45 lbs.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances dictate (such as emergencies, changes in personnel, work load, rush jobs, or technological developments)