Resident Care Associate Job in Davison 48423, Michigan US
Resident Care Associate
Job Number: 40260a
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. ( BSL ) a publicly traded company (NYSE: BKD)
Want to become a member of our professional team and work for one of the largest senior living providers in the United States?
Consider joining our team at the Sterling House of Davison, located in Davison, MI!!
One Company - One Mission - One Voice. Good people make the difference and are the key to the company's success. Brookdale Senior Living operates 565 locations in 35 states and employs approximately 27,500 full and part time associates and serves nearly 52,000 residents. BSL offers its residents access to a full continuum of services.- independent living, assisted living, retirement centers/continuing care retirement communities (CCRC) and management services.
Immediate Opening: Resident Care Associate
Related Job Titles: caregiver, CNA, Nurse Aid
Job Number: 40260a
Job Type: Full Time, Part Time and Pool/Contingent
Starting wage: $8.50/hr - Experience and certifications will be considered
Location: Sterling House of Davison - 432 E. Clark Street, Davison, MI 48423
Location Web Address: http://www.brookdaleliving.com/sterling-house-of-davison.aspx
Contact: Andrea Wedge
Job Summary
Provides direct care to residents following an individual service plan, treats each resident with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence. Fosters a homelike atmosphere throughout the community.
Essential Functions
1. Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan. Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible.
2. Serves meals to residents in the dining room or apartments. May assist in preparing meals following preplanned menus. Encourages residents to eat a proper diet and take adequate fluids while respecting the resident's right to free choice. Records and reports changes in resident's eating habits to the supervisor.
3. Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents as described in the activity calendar. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents.
4. Maintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedures. This includes documentation related to: medication distribution as applicable; leisure activities; incidents and observations; reporting any changes in resident's physical condition and/or behavior; visitors; etc. Observes and reports the health and emotional condition of each resident, and promptly reports all changes to the supervisor. (Refer to state specific regulations regarding medication assistance and documentation).
5. May assist residents with medication as defined in medication procedure Assists or supervises residents who self-administer medication. Follows physician orders and state laws to administer medications to residents who cannot self-administer their medications. Exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures. (Refer to state specific regulations regarding medication assistance).
6. Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents. Performs general housekeeping following cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, etc.
7. Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance - including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends.
8. Knows location of each resident, reminds them to sign out when they leave the building, and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident.
9. Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
We seek the following qualifications:
*Experience with working in senior living and/or elderly with ADLs, housekeeping, and preparing meals.
*ServSafe, CNA, MA, CPR, First Aid are preferred but not required.
If you want a rewarding career enriching the lives of those we serve with compassion, respect, and excellence, we invite you to consider Brookdale Senior Living. Discover more about us at BrookdaleLiving.com.
HOW TO APPLY: Please apply online at www.BrookdaleCareers.com and select MI-Davison for the location to see all open positions.
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