Provide direct physical assistance and companionship to residents in assisted living and memory care environments. Support residents with activities of daily living and maintain a safe, happy environment for aging in place.
Requirements summary
Preferred minimum of two years of experience caring for adults aged 70 and older. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and possess basic computer, mathematical, and communication skills.
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Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Blakeford at
Green
Hills -
Nashville,
TN 37215Position
Type: PRNThe Caregiver provides assistance to residents here in an assisted living and/or memory care environment supporting their goal to live safely and happily as they age in place. Assist residents with physical activities of daily living, companionship, and specialized memory care. 1st shift: 6:45 am - 3 pm 2nd shift: 2:45 pm - 11 pm 3rd shift: 10:45 pm - 7 am
Why
You’ll
Love
Being a
Blakeford
Caregiver: Competitive pay Health, dental, vision insurance and other benefits Company-paid life and short-term disability On-site team member gym Paid time off with cashout option 403(b) with employer match Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs Award-winning team member appreciation events and so much more! Be a part of Blakeford—where you belong. Qualifications Provide direct care to residents, recognize individual needs, encourage independence and treat each senior with respect and dignity. Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming and other personal care needs, as well as help residents with vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping and dishes. Engage residents in meaningful conversations and provide attentive care. Demonstrate dependability in attendance and punctuality, and timely completion of assignments. Adhere to policies and practices as explained in the employee handbook and in all other materials provided at orientation. Other duties as assigned.
Education &
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two years of experience providing caregiving to adults, age 70 and older, preferred. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES,
Registrations
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PERFORM
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Essential
Functions
OF
THIS
JOB: CNA a plus, not required SKILLS
Required
TO
Successfully
Accomplish
THE
Essential
Functions
OF
THIS
JOB:
PHYSICAL: Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Able to move about freely in the following ways (including but not limited to): standing, walking, bending, sitting, and reaching with arms and hands.
LANGUAGE: Able to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence. Able to write short correspondence. Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-term Disability
Company-paid Life Insurance
403(b) With Employer Match
Scholarship Programs
Team Member Appreciation Events
On-site Team Member Gym
Mathematical
SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning
ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standard situations.
Computer
OPERATIONS: Basic personal computer skills including e-mail, word processing, spread sheet and graphics. Blakeford at Green Hills is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.
