Cna/Home Care Aide
Company: Brookdale at Home
Location: Oak Park
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview:Are you looking for a career helping seniors? Are you
looking for a second job and/or flexible work hours? Your search is
over! A private duty caregiver career with Brookdale at Home is the
job for you!All of Brookdale's home care agency offices are located
within a Brookdale Senior Living community.Full-time, Part-time and
POOL positions available.Responsibilities/Duties1. One on one
companionship2. Non-medical hands on care; including assisting
seniors with dressing, bathing, grooming, personal care and
assisting with transfers3. Housekeeping and laundry services4. Pet
care5. Transportation to doctor's appointments and other errands6.
Medication remindersPlease note, Brookdale has adopted a policy
requiring all associates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19,
subject to limited exemptions based on medical conditions,
sincerely held religious beliefs, or applicable state laws and
regulations.Make Lives Better Including Your Own.Relationships and
integrity are the heart of our culture. They help us create a
welcoming and inclusive community among our residents, associates
and patients that feels like family. They guide us to be open in
our communication with each other, and enable us to make the right
decisions for the people who have entrusted us with their care. Our
relationships and integrity work together to create a positive
impact in the lives of the people we touch.The happiness of those
we serve is dependent on the happiness of our associates, so you'll
receive a competitive compensation and benefits package with
additional perks designed to make you smile. The work you do will
be challenging yet rewarding. You'll earn more than a paycheck; you
can find opportunities to grow your career through professional
development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall
health and wellness - physical, mental, emotional, and financial.
Most of all, we believe you can find purpose, meaning, and the
chance to be a part of something bigger than yourself.If you want
to work in an environment where you can become your best possible
self, join us!Veterans, transitioning active duty military
personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.We believe
that in order to best serve our residents and patients, we need to
first serve our associates. One way we do that is through our
benefits. Our offerings include, but are not limited to:Full-time
and part-time associate benefits: - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Benefit plan package - Pre-tax Commuter Benefit - Associate
Compassion Fund - Associate Discounts - Identity theft protection -
Pet savings and insurance plans - Voluntary benefits available
Full-time associate benefits: - Extensive Insurance Plans,
including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account,
health savings account and more. - Paid Time Off - Adoption Benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement - Company-provided life insurance and
accidental death and dismemberment (AD& D) - Voluntary STD and
LTDResponsibilities:Flexible schedule position that provides
clients with assistance and companionship while recognizing
clients' individual needs and encourages independence.Non-medical
hands on care; including dressing, bathing, grooming, personal care
and assistance with transfers.Provides one on one companionship to
client.May assist clients with medication as defined in medication
procedure.Performs general housekeeping duties, following cleaning
schedules for client laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space,
bathrooms, kitchen, etc.Assists with pet care as needed.Provides
transportation to doctor's appointments and other errands.Attends
and participates in required training.Maintains client
confidentiality.Communicates effectively with the clients,
families, and collaborative team. Notifies manager of any changes
in client condition/status.Provides personal care to clients per
their individualized plan of care.This job description represents
an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced
position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of
responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as
assigned by his/her supervisor.Qualifications:Education and
ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED)
preferred, in compliance with state regulations; and one to three
monthsof healthcare / homecare experience preferred.Certifications,
Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsReliable transportation.
Must have a valid state identification card. Valid driver's license
is preferred.Management/Decision MakingMakes standard and routine
decisions based on detailed guidelines with little independent
judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed
guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.Knowledge and
SkillsHas a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal
instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few
repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the
organization in order to answer basic questions. Ability to read
and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and
memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to
communicate effectively in English with residents, family members
and other associates of the company. Ability to apply common sense
understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or
oral form. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and seeks
assistance when needed.Physical Demands and Working
ConditionsStandingWalkingSittingUse hands and fingers to handle or
feelReach with hands and armsClimb or balanceStoop, kneel, crouch,
or crawlTalk or hearTaste or smellAbility to lift: up to 50
poundsVisionRequires interaction with co-workers, residents or
vendorsOccasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to
ensure shift coverageOn-Call on an as needed basisPossible exposure
to communicable diseases and infectionsPotential injury from
transferring, repositioning, or lifting residentsExposure to
latexPossible exposure to blood-borne pathogensPossible exposure to
various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazardsSubject
to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipmentRequires
Travel: FrequentlyBrookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a
drug-free workplace.
Keywords: Brookdale at Home, Oak Park , Cna/Home Care Aide, Healthcare , Oak Park, Illinois
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