What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Assistant Caregiver position at Medical Services of America?
The Residences at Park Place, a division of Medical Services of America, Inc., currently seeks an experienced Full Time Resident Assistant/Caregiver for our residents in Greenville and Spartanburg, SC.
Responsible for the provision of resident services, including assistance with personal care, medications, social and recreational activities, meal services, and other tasks as needed to facilitate the continued well-being of the resident
- Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of the residents.
- Reviews resident Service Plans as needed to gain and maintain a familiarity with resident services needs and preferences.
- Reviews the Staff Communication log and corresponding resident Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in resident service needs and/or health conditions.
- Provides personal services to residents as assigned and as indicated on the resident Service Plans.
- Assists residents with medications and/or treatments as indicated in the medication book, as assigned and allowed by regulation.
- Responds to calls from emergency call systems in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures.
- Assists as requested with meal services, including setting up tables, serving meals and cleaning up the dining room.
- Assists in maintaining a clean, comfortable and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed.
- Assists with individual resident and group social/recreational activities as requested; encourages resident participation in activities.
Qualifications and Skills
- Desire to work with the elderly in an environment that upholds privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality.
- Experience working with elderly individuals in an Assisted Living setting required.
- Prior experience performing care giving tasks required.
- Desire to work with the elderly in an environment that upholds privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
- Desire to work with the elderly in an environment that upholds privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality.
- Experience working with elderly individuals in an Assisted Living setting required.
We are an equal opportunity employer
Visit us on the web at www.MSAhealthcare.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law and regulations?
Ability to Commute:
- Greer, SC 29650 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Greer, SC 29650: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $16
