Certified Caregiver*
Company: The Peaks
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Job Title Certified Caregiver*
Location Flagstaff, AZ*
*Position is based out of Flagstaff, AZ
Department Nursing Services
Shifts hiring Full-time
The Peaks, A Senior Living Community is hiring for a few new
Certified Caregivers. Don't have your certification? No
problem!
We are now offering a fully paid training to become a Certified
Caregiver, offering a full-time position at minimum wage while you
take our free training! In this course, you will learn how to make
a difference with the latest skills and techniques of providing
personal care and assisting with activities of daily living for
individuals living in or rehabilitating at a senior living or
health care community. Apply now to learn more!
Benefits
The Peaks offers a fantastic benefits package for all employees
including:
- Medical Insurance
- Telephonic/Online Visits through First Stop Health
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance/AD&D & Dismemberment
- Additional Voluntary Benefits Plan Options through Colonial
Life
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Robust PTO Plan
Essential Job Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
- Perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy services
under the direction and supervision of the nurse, e.g. range of
motion exercises, assistance in ambulation or exercises.
- Performs personal care activities including bathing, grooming,
dressing, toileting, skin care/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving,
dressing, and others as directed/requested.
- Performs household services essential to health care at home
including meal preparation/feeding, laundry and ironing,
changing/laundering bed linens, light housekeeping and other
services as offered.
- Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for
residents. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in
planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with
other residents.
- Observes and documents the health and emotional condition of
each resident, promptly reporting all changes to the nurse.
- Responds promptly and courteously to resident requests for
assistance and emergency pull cords.
- Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for residents
by observing infection control practices, following facility
guidelines, and reporting unsafe situation to the nurse.
- Assist residents in preparing and transporting for appointments
and social programs.
- Assist with moving and transporting residents into and out of
beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
- Assist residents to walk with or without self-help devices as
instructed.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow
instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
- Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents,
family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the
general public.
- Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, and
emotionally upset people within the facility.
- Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner
that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors,
employees, residents, and families.
Education and Experience
- Prefer 6 months or more of experience in a home care, assisted
living, or long-term care facility
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory
requirements.
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Keywords: The Peaks, Flagstaff , Certified Caregiver*, Healthcare , Flagstaff, Arizona
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