What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver- Ala Carte Concordia Village position at Lutheran Senior Services?
Summary
A Private Duty Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing personal and healthcare services according to written directions prepared by the Private Duty client care coordinator; Maintains the Core Values that support the Christian Mission of EverTrue, “Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest”.
Responsibilities
Assists in activities of daily living (personal hygiene, eating, dressing, bathing, toileting, exercise and ambulation)
Provides household duties such as bed making, personal laundry, ironing and light housekeeping
Observes the client closely and identifies changing needs and conditions; Communicates changes in physical or emotional status of client to Private Duty RN or appropriate office staff
Provides meal preparation based on client’s needs; Assists client during mealtimes and feeds clients that need full assistance
May accompany client to doctor appointments; may do shopping or run errands
May remind client to take medications
Communicates with private duty office staff regarding schedule of availability
Completes all necessary paperwork and submits according to company policy
Documents all tasks performed in client’s home on appropriate paperwork
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Current CNA certification
Previous experience working with the older adult population
Prior experience in Private Duty or long-term care preferred
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to follow instructions
Must be willing and able to travel to and work at clients’ homes and/or EverTrue Communities within the St. Louis County, St. Louis City, and St. Charles County geographical areas (if working in Missouri); or Madison County, Monroe County and St. Clair Country geographical areas (if working in Illinois)
Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance preferred to provide services to clients needing transportation to run errands and attend offsite appointments
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
The physical activities and demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The working conditions include: Travels out in community that allows for exposure to weather conditions and potential for unsafe environments.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and standards.
EverTrue Pay & Benefits
Pay grade: 08, $15.00/hour to $23.30/hour. Eligible for shift differentials: Yes. $1.50/hour evenings; $1.00/hour nights; $1.00/hour weekends (States of IL & MO; May vary in other states)
For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.
All employees : Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.
Part-time : In addition to the benefits provided to all employees… Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.
Full-time or Weekend Option : In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees… Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.
Additional Information:
N/A
A Private Duty Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing personal and healthcare services according to written directions prepared by the Private Duty client care coordinator; Maintains the Core Values that support the Christian Mission of EverTrue, “Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest”.
Responsibilities
Assists in activities of daily living (personal hygiene, eating, dressing, bathing, toileting, exercise and ambulation)
Provides household duties such as bed making, personal laundry, ironing and light housekeeping
Observes the client closely and identifies changing needs and conditions; Communicates changes in physical or emotional status of client to Private Duty RN or appropriate office staff
Provides meal preparation based on client’s needs; Assists client during mealtimes and feeds clients that need full assistance
May accompany client to doctor appointments; may do shopping or run errands
May remind client to take medications
Communicates with private duty office staff regarding schedule of availability
Completes all necessary paperwork and submits according to company policy
Documents all tasks performed in client’s home on appropriate paperwork
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Current CNA certification
Previous experience working with the older adult population
Prior experience in Private Duty or long-term care preferred
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to follow instructions
Must be willing and able to travel to and work at clients’ homes and/or EverTrue Communities within the St. Louis County, St. Louis City, and St. Charles County geographical areas (if working in Missouri); or Madison County, Monroe County and St. Clair Country geographical areas (if working in Illinois)
Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance preferred to provide services to clients needing transportation to run errands and attend offsite appointments
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
The physical activities and demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The working conditions include: Travels out in community that allows for exposure to weather conditions and potential for unsafe environments.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and standards.
EverTrue Pay & Benefits
Pay grade: 08, $15.00/hour to $23.30/hour. Eligible for shift differentials: Yes. $1.50/hour evenings; $1.00/hour nights; $1.00/hour weekends (States of IL & MO; May vary in other states)
For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.
All employees : Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.
Part-time : In addition to the benefits provided to all employees… Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.
Full-time or Weekend Option : In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees… Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.
Additional Information:
N/A
Salary : $15 - $23
