Lead Caregiver - Willistown

Overview:
Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 180 locations in 28 states and seven Canadian provinces. We are the residence of choice for more than 21,000 seniors, and the workplace of choice for more than 13,500 employees. We create vibrant communities where older adults can thrive and participate, know that their contributions are valued, and enjoy access to opportunities and support that help them keep making a positive difference in our world. To learn more about Atria, or to find an Atria community near you, please visit www.atriaseniorliving.com .

Responsibilities:

• Schedule and provide activities of daily living assistance to the residents as directed from the Resident’s Service Plan.
• Provide training and orientation to new assisted living staff members and ongoing training to current staff members.
• Performs clerical functions as directed by the Resident Services Director.
• Prioritize tasks to ensure optimum services to residents as requests and needs change.
• Provide medication reminders and/or assistance according to state regulations.
• Administers medications as allowed by state specific guidelines.
• Under the universal worker, responsibilities may also include scheduling and/or performing housekeeping and dining room duties.
• Provides verbal encouragement and support to staff.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in observing and documenting changes in emotional, physical, and spiritual health of residents.
• Prior healthcare experience working with the elderly preferred.
• Must have current Basic First Aid and CPR certification if required by State. Must successfully complete Atria’s Medication Management Training (if providing medication reminders or assistance with medication).
• Must successfully complete all Atria specified training programs.
• Able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Able to write simple correspondence. Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• A ble to work various schedules and shifts as needed.