Location: Halethorpe,MD, USA
Payrate: $18.75 per hour (CNA and CMT certification)Catholic Charities of Baltimore, Caritas House, is currently seeking an Elder Assistant, who will provide essential support to residents who need around-the-clock care due to physical or social impairments. The role involves assisting with daily living activities and medication management, all while encouraging and upholding the residents' independence and personal choice at every opportunity.The work schedule is Every Other Weekend 3p-11p andPRN .Catholic Charities of Baltimore Caritas House is a community for seniors that provides additional services that help our residents remain independent and safe. Our Elder Assistants help our residents with their activities of daily living including dressing, personal hygiene, housekeeping, and laundry services. The Care Assistant assists residents who are physically and/or socially impaired and need 24-hour oversight, with activities of daily living, always fostering residents' independence and freedom of choice.JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with daily life activities, including dressing, bathing, and personal hygiene, care for essential devices, and support with tasks like phone use, housekeeping, laundry, and managing mail.Ensures clear and accurate documentation on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) for every medication administered, refused, held, discontinued, changed, disposed of, or returned, following residence policy.Performs count of controlled substances with appropriate CMTs at the beginning and end of shift.Monitors for environmental safety hazards, disposing of infectious and potentially infectious waste according to residence policy and procedure, and OSHA regulations.Provides the highest quality service to all customers in a way that represents Cherishing the Divine Within and the pursuit of excellence.Seeks guidance from a supervisor or Nurse Manager immediately if there are any doubts or questions about administering medications or treatments before proceeding with the task.Performs other related duties as assigned.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Ability to read and write legibly, follow both oral and written instructions, and maintain required confidentiality.Customer service-oriented, with the ability and willingness to work effectively with a diverse and elderly population.Flexibility in working hours to meet the needs of resident care.Reliable transportation for commuting to and from work to ensure punctuality and consistent attendance.Certification/Licensure: Certified Medical Technician (CMT) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in good standing with Maryland Board of Nursing.First Aid Certification, within the first six months of employment.Food handling, within the first six months of employment.REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES: Shows dependability by being punctual; maintains consistent attendance.Good interpersonal skills with polite and courteous demeanor toward staff, clients, and visitors.Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.Excellent knowledge of case management and crisis intervention servicesExcellent verbal and written communication skills including active listening.Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Ability to relate to, empathize with, and show compassion for a variety of personalities.Ability to act with discretion, tact, and professionalism in all situations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:Ability to move comfortably throughout the building which includes climbing stairs, bending, squatting, and lifting or pushing up to 50 lbs., transfer up to 150 lbs. regularly and stand 85% of the time.Hearing and vision abilities within normal range (corrected) and clear speech to effectively perform the essential job duties.May encounter body fluids, potential infections, various odors, resident behaviors, and chemicals or cleaning solutions.Maintains a safe environment for patients and co-workers.Comfortable in an environment in which patients/clients cannot perform basic life duties.Ability to utilize, or willingness to learn computer systems and software, necessary to perform position functions. (Basic computer, web browsing, online training, and email usage skills.) We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:Health/Dental/VisionVacation/sick/holiday pay403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution Tuition AdvancementPaid Parental LeaveJoin Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer