Resident Assistant Caregiver

The Residences at Park Place, a division of Medical Services of America, Inc., currently seeks an experienced Full Time Resident Assistant/Caregiver for our residents in Oconee/Pickens, SC.

Responsible for the provision of resident services, including assistance with personal care, medications, social and recreational activities, meal services, and other tasks as needed to facilitate the continued well-being of the resident

• Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of the residents.
• Reviews resident Service Plans as needed to gain and maintain a familiarity with resident services needs and preferences.
• Reviews the Staff Communication log and corresponding resident Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in resident service needs and/or health conditions.
• Provides personal services to residents as assigned and as indicated on the resident Service Plans.
• Assists residents with medications and/or treatments as indicated in the medication book, as assigned and allowed by regulation.
• Responds to calls from emergency call systems in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures.
• Assists as requested with meal services, including setting up tables, serving meals and cleaning up the dining room.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, comfortable and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed.
• Assists with individual resident and group social/recreational activities as requested; encourages resident participation in activities.

Qualifications and Skills

• Desire to work with the elderly in an environment that upholds privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality.
• Experience working with elderly individuals in an Assisted Living setting required.
• Prior experience performing care giving tasks required.
• Desire to work with the elderly in an environment that upholds privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Desire to work with the elderly in an environment that upholds privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality.
• Experience working with elderly individuals in an Assisted Living setting required.

We are an equal opportunity employer

Visit us on the web at www.MSAhealthcare.com

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local laws and regulations?

Ability to Relocate:

• Seneca, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road