Memory Care Assistant

Pay Range: $22.11 to $28.36/hour

JOB CULTURE

The Masonic Homes of California are committed to a culture of Leadership.  Our culture is to provide superior service to members, residents and staff through a sound and progressive model of service and care which aligns our mission, vision and operations.  We demonstrate excellence in core services and place value on high quality job performance, professional development, effective time management, budget management, workplace safety and resident/employee satisfaction.  We are dedicated to disciplined innovation and continuous quality improvement – we are a learning company.  We are committed to sharing our knowledge and being an organization that attracts the best and brightest talent.  We are team-oriented, caring and honest.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for program coordination, staff scheduling, staff mentoring, and provision of ADL care in Traditions Memory Care Neighborhood, functioning as a senior member of the Memory Care Team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

•   Precepting new employees by modeling tasks, roles and responsibilities, policies, and procedures. 
•   Acts as a resource for current employees for any assistance they may need (i.e., computer or data entry assistance, problem solving for work-related issues, scheduling.
•   Resident appointment escort scheduling (Coordinating w/ Appointment Coordinator) 
• Organizing and keeping track of resident appointment calendar for on/off unit medical & salon appointments  
• Create and update monthly staff schedule for approval by the Memory Care Manager
•   Creating and updating monthly resident assignments/ medication pass schedule
• Re-staffing for staff call-offs / PTO’s / emergencies
•   Entering schedule into Kronos and making updates as needed
•   Creating, updating, and providing copies of all logs and reports used in unit
• Assists Memory Care Manager with maintaining licensing compliance with documentation, binders, and forms
• Incontinent / medical supply orders and inventory (Coordinating w/ Central Supply)
•   Office supply ordering for unit
• Preparing / updating resident emergency packets including ongoing medication list updates.
• Preparation for new admissions (gathering information to file in appropriate binders for providing care, bio/history, releases, and inventory sheet of resident belongings. Ensures door and assigned cabinets/shelves are labeled with resident’s name)
• Coordinates moves in/out of the unit (makes work orders, coordinates where furniture will go, makes sure clothing is labeled appropriately & inventory of belongings is completed.)
• Filing documents (i.e., Service Plans, Resident Info, Resident Inventories)
•   Collecting & entering monthly weights/vitals into MatrixCare
• Collaborates with Memory Care Manager on updating resident Service Plans bi-annually, COC’s & inputting changes to the service plan as needed.
• Assists with creating new service plans as needed for new admissions.
• Assists with escorting residents to appointments, leading activities, answering phone calls, and covering the floor as needed.
•  Implements Memory Care Program and engagement programs as directed by the Memory Care Manager
• Monitors staff issues on the floor and informs manager of any staff issues that may need to be addressed by the memory care manager to the team members immediately to ensure that the community is running smoothly.
•  Coordinates with Recreation Therapist on ideas for activities/ outings for monthly calendar and daily calendars for residents.
• Works with staff to ensure timely food orders and kitchen inventory
• Maintaining staff and resident Covid testing schedules and vaccination records with oversight of Memory Care Manager.

Requirements

SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience in geriatrics and caring for residents with dementia.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Sufficient verbal and written communication skills to ensure clear communication with residents, staff and for documentation as required.
• Knowledge of and experience with Excel and scheduling
• Maintains confidentiality of appropriate resident care information to assure their rights are protected. 
• Reports all incidents/accidents, unsafe and hazardous conditions/equipment immediately to the memory care manager. Follows established safety rules and regulations.  Maintains work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

• Any combination of education and experience that would provide the necessary knowledge and abilities listed.
• Certified Nursing Assistant

Benefits

At the Masonic Homes you will have the opportunity to combine your passion for helping people and high ethical standards with the opportunities to advance your career.

In return for your skills and passion, we offer:

• Work at a Top Place to Work focused on teamwork and support
• Excellent health benefits with no deductible, new federal emergency paid sick leave and other benefits for you and your family’s well-being – available to temporary hires
• A generous contribution to a 401K plan whether or not you participate, and an additional contribution from the company when you participate in the plan – available to temporary hires
• Investment in your growth through Tuition Reimbursement - $1,500 per year