Lead Care Associate - Assisted Living (AL)
Senior Lifestyle · Albuquerque
Company Description
Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. This position is responsible for providing assistance to residents in Assisted Living with their activities of daily living, enabling them to lead a quality life while maintaining their dignity. This position supports the department manager with training of new staff and care management planning.
Job Description
Manager On Duty Position (Weekend = 32 Hours Friday, Saturday, and Sunday Flexible)
- Provide assistance and leadership with medication (per state regulations), bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
- Upon direction of the Health and Wellness Director, coordinate and conduct training of new staff members and assist all team members.
- Meet on a regular basis with the Health and Wellness Director to review resident care issues.
- Serve as the staff and family resource when the director is unavailable or away from the building.
- Provide emotional and social support to residents.
- Document daily log of assistance.
- Inform the Directors of any resident issues or concerns.
- Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
- Respect residents’ confidentiality.
Qualifications
- Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Lead Caregiver / MedTech experience
- Years of Experience: 1+ years of experience preferred
- Type of Experience: Senior care or related field
- Special Certifications: May require a CNA or CHHA licensure or other state required training
- Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties.
- Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills
- Skills and Ability:
- • Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely.
- Personal Attributes: Dedicated, compassionate, encouraging
Additional Information
Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.