What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time or Part Time Porter position at Appledorn Assisted Living Center South?
Porter Qualifications:
The Porter position supports residents in daily living, while not providing hands-on assistance. They serve as an assistant for resident services staff. Assuring that the resident is treated with dignity and respect, assisting each resident to be as independent and self-sufficient as possible. Does NOT provide any direct, hands on care to residents.
- Able to walk long distances on hard surfaces for extended periods of time
- Able to stand for extended periods of time
- Able to bend, stoop, turn, twist, squat, kneel, push, pull, reach, and stretch
- Able to sit for extended periods of time
- Some repetitive motion work
- Able to communicate verbally and in writing with residents, co-workers and supervisors
- Able to use telephone for communication
- Able to read and comprehend instructions in English
- Able to lift 20#
Porter Duties and Responsibilities:
- Deliveries to residents including: Fresh ice water, towels, newspaper, daily mail, packages, etc.
- Provides escort to and from meals and activities – propelling wheelchairs, walking alongside. Does not provide physical support or assistance.
- Assist with meal service: opening packets, pouring beverages, setting and clearing tables, delivery and pick-up of room trays, etc.
- One on one visitation with residents as directed to ease loneliness or anxiety
- Light housekeeping chores including bed making, linen changes, straightening and dusting, emptying waste baskets, pick-up and delivery of laundry, etc.
Porter Position Offers:
- No wage cap
- Opportunity for advancement
- Perfect attendance bonus
- 90-day potential pay raise (dependent on performance)
- PTO based on hours worked and years of service
- Annual pay raise (dependent on performance)
- Paid orientation and training
COVID-19 considerations:
Since we care for a vulnerable population, infection control is very important to us. We have safe procedures in place that go above and beyond most businesses. The health and safety of our residents and staff is a top priority
Work Location: One location
Part-time & Full Time position, 9:00am-5:30pm
Hourly range $13.50-$15.50
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Salary : $14 - $16