Compassionate Caregiver

Are you a Rock Star called to the Senior Living industry, just waiting for that perfect opportunity to showcase your skills and help build something special from the ground up? Do you feel stifled by corporate red-tape and bureaucracy in your current position? Have you been yearning to exercise your creative energy in a smaller, family-like setting where you can truly make a difference? If that’s you, look no further! YOU are the one we're looking for. The Compassionate Caregiver position at Watermark Senior Living is vital to the mission of Watermark, and as such, we are looking for someone who: - Shares our vision of a culture where staff, residents and their families are treated with honor, dignity, and respect. - Embodies the “extra-mile” mindset that is the heart of our mission. - Is excited and motivated by the opportunity to be a key player in positioning Watermark to become the first call for senior living in Hall County - Views their career as a calling and has long sought an opportunity where they can truly have an impact on the lives of others. - Other qualities that the ideal candidate for Caregiver/Resident Associate possesses include: - A passion for working with seniors - A high degree of patience and empathy when interacting with residents and their families - A demonstrable track record of serving the elderly with respect and compassion. - Exceptional organizational skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Exceptional listening skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of personalities - A commitment to excellence both personally and professionally - Utmost attention to detail - Self-starter that needs minimal direction and shows initiative and ownership of the position SKILLS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements: - Ability to follow both oral and written instructions. - Tact and professionalism in dealing with team members, residents and their families. - Proficiency in the use of technology (computers, software, tablets, etc.) - Reliable transportation - Dependable and punctual - Exemplary track record of attendance in previous positions EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Desire to work with older adults - Energetic, cheerful disposition. - First Aid/CPR Training Preferred: - Previous experience working with seniors in a personal care home or other healthcare-related setting ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Assists with activities of daily living, to include: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring - Ensures cleanliness of resident rooms and common areas. - Completes daily reports of services provided. - Assists residents with managing their medication. - Assists with resident activities and encourages resident participation (e.g. arts and crafts, exercise, game play, birthday parties). - Adheres to each resident's service plan and notifies supervisor of any changes in resident's condition. - Establishes and maintains strong with rapport with residents and their families. - Encourages residents to attend meals in the dining room, assists residents to and from meals, assists with serving meals and observes/reports changes in residents' appetite and ability to eat and drink. - Embraces and promotes the Guiding Principles of Watermark Senior Living by ensuring individualized care and quality care services to residents and family members. WORK SCHEDULE Available Shifts: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM; 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM (Weekend and Weekday Shifts Available). RANGE OF PAY Pay starts at $13/hour and will be commensurate with credentials, qualifications and experience, with the intent to be competitive in the market.