Team Lead/Resident Services

The Maples is an exciting senior living community. Our purpose is to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for our residents and enhance the quality of their everyday life.

Reporting to the Care Team Coordinator, the Team Lead works to full scope of practice and provides stand-by assistance, cueing, personal care, and medication administration as required to residents.

Primary Responsibilities and Accountabilities

· Meeting resident personal care needs according to an individualized plan of service

· Assisting with implementation of resident recreation and leisure activities as required.

· Administering medication under direction of Care Team Coordinator and Medication Administration Record

· Administer bedside and personal care to residents such as aid in ambulation, bathing, personal hygiene, and dressing/undressing.

· Aid with housekeeping/laundry as required throughout the shift

· Aid the delivery of meals to residents

· Documenting according to facility policy and communicating pertinent and relevant information.

· Communicates with Director of Care/Care Coordinator throughout the shift to ensure continuity of care for residents, changes in condition and other work-related issues/concerns.

· In an emergency, communicate with 911 and the Care Coordinator as required.

· Completing all duties in a way which is consistent with Maples Vision and Mission statements.

· Performs all other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

· High School / GED Completion

· Home Support Worker/PCW/CCA course or equivalent training or work experience

· Current CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification

Supplemental Qualifications Considered an Asset

· Previous experience working with the elderly in long-term care or a senior living environment

· Food Handlers Safety Course

· Alzheimer's Disease and other Dementia Care Course

· Experience working in either long term care, dining room, hotel, or similar hospitality service industry

Other Requirements

· The ability to work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends and holidays.

· Ability to communicate effectively and read & write the English language.

· Ability to assess and appropriately prioritize multiple work assignments while displaying a high level of professionalism and commitment to quality service.

· Awareness of privacy and confidentiality in the workplace

· Knowledge of professional boundaries

Safety Considerations

Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) including non-slip shoes, gowns, latex gloves, protective eyewear, face masks, etc. as required in relation to infection control and for the safe use of controlled products and hazardous materials.

· Report all accidents/incidents immediately.

· Report on all unsafe and hazardous conditions/equipment immediately.

· Complies with all infection control techniques, placement of bio-hazard containers and removal techniques, procedures, and policies.

· Participate in Fire Safety and Emergency exercises.