Care Lead
Employee Referral Bonus Program
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for shift team leadership and resident care needs for community. Must be on premises while on duty.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serve as 'go-to' resource person for team members
Participate with orientation and training for care team members
Foster a positive work environment and strong support for developing skills with other care team members
Assure that residents are treated with kindness and respect, through mentoring and modeling appropriate care and customer service when orientating new care team members
Protect residents from accidents and injuries by practicing safe work habits and safe lifting habits
Be responsible for the safety of residents in the case of emergency
Assist with schedule coverage needs as necessary
Review and provide resident care as outlined in resident service plans
Answer resident call signals, as well as door and safety alarms promptly
Administer/pass medications to residents according to physician orders and policies
Review and process physician orders utilizing eMAR in conjunction with pharmacy support
Conduct departmental reviews/audits. Providing results to Director of Resident Care
Assure adequate medication and supply inventory for residents
Observe and report non-emergent resident behavior and condition changes to Care Coordinator and/or Director of Resident Care
Complete daily charting and documentation as required
Follow and comply with infection control, safety, emergency and confidentiality policies and procedures
Promote positive relationships with residents, staff and visitors
Remain awake and alert while on shift
Perform any other duties as requested within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must work to demonstrate Leisure Living Management Values:
Live and work each day with purpose
Accept accountability and demonstrate responsibility
Embrace lifelong learning
Promote mutual respect
Display transparency
Appreciate diversity
Practice forgiveness
Be thankful
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education and Experience
High school diploma/GED and successful completion of Care Specialist I and II curriculum within 90 days of hire and at least 6 months of recent experience as a Care Specialist or equivalent experience is required.
Certificates and Licenses
Must have CPR/First Aid certification or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.
Computer Skills
Must have demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office in a Windows environment, with a capacity to master company specific software.
Other Requirements
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work with minimal supervision
Effective oral and written communication skills
Professional telephone etiquette and customer service skills
Superior communication and interpersonal skills
Communicate in a respectful and professional manner with residents, families, co-workers and leadership staff at the community
Developed organizational skills
Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
Team oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to accept direction and work well with supervisor
Promote teamwork by working with coworkers in a positive and cooperative manner
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand - Frequently
Walk - Frequently
Sit - Occasionally
Reach outward - Frequently
Reach above shoulder - Occasionally
Climb - Occasionally
Squat or Kneel - Occasionally
Bend - Frequently
Twist - Frequently
Lift/Carry/Transfer
10 lbs. or less - Frequently
11-20 lbs. - Frequently
21-50 lbs. - Occasionally
51-100 lbs. - Occasionally with assistance
Over 100 lbs. - N/A
Push/Pull
10 lbs. or less - Frequently
11-20 lbs. - Frequently
21-50 lbs. - Occasionally
51-100 lbs. - Occasionally
Over 100 lbs. - Occasionally
LLIND
External Company URL: http://www.csigholding.com
Location: US-MI-Cascade Township
Street: 1225 Spaulding Ave SE
Company: Cascade Trails