What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver Assisted Living / Memory Care position at Maxwell Group?
At Wellmore of Tega Cay we are proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work®, and we believe that our success begins with one simple principle : People First. We are a luxury senior living company that is driven by compassion, respect, and the dedication to making every interaction meaningful. Our culture fosters growth, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to enriching the lives of our residents and our team members. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care in an environment where you're valued and supported, we invite you to be part of a company that truly puts people at the heart of everything we do. Come join us and be a part of something extraordinary! Now accepting applications for a Caregiver in Assisted Living / Memory Care.
This position is responsible for delivering person centered care based on the needs and interests of residents and members while preserving their dignity and quality of life. We look forward to meeting you soon! Interviews offered daily!
POSITION SUMMARY : Caregiver duties revolve around providing care one-on-one for seniors. It is highly dependent on the individual's special needs. When it comes to caring for the elderly, it's important to keep in mind that caregiver duties vary and being able to adapt and respond are important.
Currently hiring for PRN.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Following the care plan as directed by supervising nurse.
- Assisting with bathing and grooming - This can include but is not limited to : shampooing hair, finger and toenail care, brushing teething, and shower assistance.
- Medication reminders - Caregivers must assure that medications are taken at the correct time as directed by the doctor.
- Light housekeeping - It's important for caregivers to keep a safe and clean environment. Duties related to housekeeping will typically involve making the bed and and cleaning the bathroom and kitchen
- Transferring the client - This refers to transferring the client from chairs, from the toilet, from bed, and to and from a vehicle.
- Toileting - It's important to assist with using the toilet to encourage comfort and prevent any infections
- Monitoring changes in client's health - When following the care plan, the supervising nurse will want to know if there are any changes in health that are concerning and that may need medical attention.
- Companionship - Possibly the most important of all caregiver duties, caregivers will be with the elder all day and it's mutually beneficial if they enjoy each other's company. It's a very important part of a caregiver job.
- Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
- Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES : To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :
o People First, Always
o We Exist to Serve our Members
o We Have a Responsibility to be Full
Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
TRAVEL : No travel is expected although occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :
