Available Shifts in a 6 Bed / 6 Residents Setting:
1. NIGHT SHIFT 7pm - 7am (12/hours)
2. On Call Position
If you have a positive attitude and love working with great people, we are providing employment in one of the most rewarding careers, senior care. We nurture our employees by recognizing each of them as valuable team member. Let us help you build a meaningful and satisfying career. The services that we provide enable our elderly residents to live happier, healthier lives while their families enjoy peace of mind knowing their loved ones are well taken care of. At Gentle Home Care you have a real opportunity to make a positive difference in your own life, by making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Responsibilities for AM/PM employees:
Help resident take prescribed medication
Assist resident with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
Assist resident with personal care and hygiene
Plan and prepare meals
Perform housekeeping duties
Be a pleasant and supportive companion
Report any unusual incidents
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Skills
Proven experience as a caregiver: experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia
Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR)
Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
Respectful and compassionate
Good time management skills and good attendance
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Strong ethics
Physical endurance
High school diploma or equivalent