Recently acknowledged as a "Best in Senior Living" community by U.S. News & World Report, a career at Duncaster is more than just a place to work.
Here, you can fulfill your passion for helping others and become part of something meaningful that pays you back in inspiring, heartfelt ways you may have never experienced.
Duncaster offers residents a plan for life with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing services all on a beautiful campus-like setting. Our residents share a bond of mutual respect with our staff that builds memorable and lasting relationships.
Job Description And ResponsibilitiesThe primary purpose of Universal Care Partner is to work collaboratively as part of a household team to create an environment that encourages resident involvement and personal growth. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the primary responsibilities of this position include delivery of exceptional nursing care in a household environment, assistance with the delivery of an overall dining experience and the collaborative evaluation, assessment and implementation of programming that will mirror normal life activities of residents (to include the upkeep and management of personal living space) mental and emotionally engage their interest and assist them in recapturing the value of normal community life. Performs all job responsibilities according to Duncaster's Policies & Procedures.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe following description of job responsibilities and standards are intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time-to-time.

• Provide exceptional person-centered care in a household environment.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis" as well as "a calm environment throughout the household.
• Review the resident's plan of care with the charge nurse with any new assignment, changes or when in need of additional explanation or teaching.
• Provide personal hygiene (bath, shower, shampoo, assistance with elimination needs, dressing, or other personal care to include shaving and fingernail filing) as directed by the plan of care.
• Perform safe transfers and assists with ambulation safety using assistive devices such as cane, walker, wheelchair, mechanical chairs, etc.
• Takes vital signs as per plan of care; reports any change of condition to charge nurse.
• Competency is using electronic medical record system.
• Complete all required documentation both in the resident's apartment/room as well as any other form such as safety check tracking or as needed for billing.
• Assessment and implementation of programming that will mirror normal life activities of residents (to include the upkeep and management of personal living space) mentally and emotionally engage their interest and assist them in recapturing the value of normal community life.
• Assist residents with meals, including food preparation as needed, monitor dining room, assist in serving, assists with menu selection and submit menus to dining services.
• Complete basic household chores to include making bed, laundry, trash removal, washing dishes, checking refrigerator for spoiled food, etc.
• Prepare residents for appointments and assist with transportation within the community; accompany to outside appointments as needed.
• Respond to "call for aid" as directed by the charge nurse or other person in charge.
• Utilize standard precautions at all times and report a potential exposure or hazardous condition to charge nurse.
• Complete all required education programs and complete at least 8 hours of dementia education annually.
• Demonstrate skills specific to providing care to residents affected by dementia.

Education And Experience

• Current State of Connecticut certification as a Home Health Aide or a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Must be eligible for Certified Nursing Assistant registration in the State of Connecticut.
• Must have the ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must have a high school education or equivalent.
• Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must have certification in Serve Safe handler.

Hours16 hours per week, 3rd shift (11:00pm-7:30am)
Week 1: Sunday & Wednesday
Week 2: Wednesday & Saturday
Pay$19.00 per hour shift differential (Weekday nights - $1.50, Weekend nights - $2.00)
What are the benefits?BenefitsWorking in a Life Plan community will bring out the best in you. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue a truly rewarding career path, with multiple exciting benefits, including the following:

• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Life Insurance (voluntary benefit)
• Employee Assistance program
• Paid sick time
• PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
• 10% tuition discount on all degree and certificate programs at Charter Oak
• Free Access to our Aquatic & Fitness Center and to our beautiful walking trails throughout our campus
• Discount employee lunches
• Duncaster Spotlight Employee Recognition Program
• Referral bonuses
• Free on-site parking
• Shoes for Crews - discounted safety shoes for all staff
• Yearly performance increases plus additional bonus opportunities
• Employee Appreciation Events held throughout the year by our own "Funcaster" Committee