Caregiver (Finance)

Provides dementia care including adapted ADLs, meaningful engagement and communication to residents following a person centered individual service plan. Treats residents with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence. Fosters a purposeful and engaging culture throughout the community.Assists residents and provides input in regards to the care plan and daily living activities. This includes bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from programs and meals according to the individual service plan and individualized interventions. Partners and encourages residents to be as independent as possible encouraging them to do as much of their own care as possible.Participates in team behavioral expression meetings or discussions with community leadership.Knows the residents Life Story, preferences, historical routines and interests.Serves meals to residents in the dining room. May assist in preparing meals following preplanned dementia friendly menus. Encourages residents with prompting and cueing skills 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.Initiates and/or leads minimally one Daily Path engagement program provided for residents as described in the residents Life Story, Solace program or calendar. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned, spontaneous, individual or small group person centered programs and to support friendships between residents.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, engagement interests, 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.Only if permitted by state specific regulations, may assist residents with medication as defined in medication procedure. 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.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.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.Monitors the location of each resident and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident.Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.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.Brookdale of Harrisonburg is currently hiring for Caregivers!Full Time & Part Time Openings!Shifts Available:1st-6:00am-2:00pm2nd- 2:00pm-10:00pm3rd- 10:00pm-6:00amVoted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityJoin Our Team!!Brookdale is a GREAT place to further your career. Come GROW with us!Brookdale Harrisonburg is a family like atmosphere where your residents treat you like family.Work for Brookdale Harrisonburg where we have a reputation of putting the seniors first!Our Mission enriching the lives of those we serve with compassion, respect, excellence and integrity is lived each and every day.A leadership team with combined 55 years of Long Term Care Experience!Great Benefits-Healthcare Insurance at a reasonable expense to the associate.Feel good about what you do!Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Caregivers have the option to explore new career opportunities in positions such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/STNA) and Medication Technician (QMAP).Make Lives Better Including Your Own.If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! Youll 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.Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:Tuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceAdoption Reimbursement BenefitsVariety of Associate DiscountsVeterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.