Full-time AFH Fixed Schedule Saturday-Wednesday 1pm-9pm

The caregiver serves as the primary support contact for residents living in the home; this person provides safe, excellent activities of daily living in accordance with each resident’s negotiated care plan. The caregiver honors residents’ rights and treats each resident with dignity and respect at all times, while ensuring residents’ safety and well-being. In addition to caring for the resident, the caregiver conducts meal preparation, completes housekeeping tasks, and does personal laundry. Required Training/Education: BASIC TRAINING Certified nursing assistant (CNA) or home care aide (HCA) in Washington state without restrictions, OR Exempt long term care worker (worked in a licensed care setting between January 1, 2011 and January 6, 2012 AND successfully completed caregiver training requirements at that time, AND can show proof of employment and training), AND Current and valid Washington State Food Handler’s Permit SPECIALTY TRAINING Dementia and Mental health Nurse Delegation NURSE DELEGATION If performing delegated nursing tasks, must be a(n): CNA in good standing in Washington State without restrictions, or HCA in good standing in Washington State without restrictions, or Exempt worker with a nursing assistant registration (NAR) in good standing in Washington State without restrictions AND Successful completion of the 9-hour core nurse delegation course, and Successful completion of the 3-hour Focus on Diabetes delegation course. CONTINUING EDUCATION Must obtain 12 hours of approved continuing education courses annually, due on your birthday. Required Skills and Typical Work: Must submit to and pass Background Checks and TB Screening. Must speak, read, and write English in order to communicate with others both inside and outside the home. Interact with residents, family members, DSHS personnel, ombudsmen, and other customers with professionalism. Works well independently and as part of a team. Excellent personal care skills with emphasis on infection control as well as residents’ rights to privacy and dignity. Develop an understanding of dementia and mental health Respond appropriately to emergency situations Respond appropriately to resident and/or family grievances, resident changes in condition, and other issues warranting care and follow-up Maintain excellent communication with the home owner and/or resident manager regarding work issues, the home’s status, resident issues/concerns, and other topics important to the successful operation of the home. Report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, and/or financial exploitation promptly to the DSHS hotline, police (if necessary), and supervisor following the home’s policy and procedure Follow all policies, procedures, and protocols as written and implemented. Practice excellent behavioral intervention strategies with residents who experience behavioral difficulties. Assist in planning and preparing residents for medical appointments, social outings, and other appointments. Perform hygienic-related functions for residents such as: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, assisting with monitoring/feeding of meals and nourishment. Accurately obtains and records vital signs and other resident data; documents residents’ intake and output records, encourages intake of liquids, collects specimens for laboratory use. Seeks opportunities throughout the day to provide spontaneous activities that meet the interests/requirements of the residents and the household. Safely prepare meals, following residents’ individual needs and preferences, and proper food handling techniques. Clean the home to ensure orderly and neat appearance while also ensuring safety. Launder resident clothing and home’s laundry (towels, sheets, etc.) promptly and efficiently, ensuring appropriate storage. Maintain accurate and clear progress notes in an electronic resident log and on incident reports, documenting relevant information including description, actions taken, and resident response.