Job Description 

The caregiver is a crucial position for those who rely on others for basic daily care, such as bathing, eating, and personal hygiene. Caregivers typically work with elderly or disabled individuals. In some instances, family members are able to become a caregiver and work for their own family member. Being a caregiver offers flexibility that can work around your schedule.

 

Job Responsibilities

• Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan.

• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents; performs general housekeeping; and follows cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, and other areas.

• Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance.

• Knows location of each resident and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident

• Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers. 

 

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