Universal Worker Afternoons

The Universal Worker cares for residents in assisted living memory care facility, under direction of nursing staff, by performing the following duties:

Why work at Shepherd of the Valley?

Shepherd of the Valley (SOV) offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing with SOV retirement options; enjoy generous paid holidays and time off; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. Here are some highlights of our compensation plan:

• Annual Performance Reviews

• Insurance

• Medical, dental, eye and prescription drug coverage are available to eligible employees. SOV offers a fully paid $10,000 life insurance benefit.

• Flexible Spending Plan

• SOV offers a flexible spending account that allows you to pay certain medical expenses as well as child care on a pre-tax basis.

• Paid Time Off

• SOV employees begin accumulating paid time off (PTO) hours immediately.

• Paid Holidays

• SOV recognizes 7 paid holidays; those who work a holiday are paid double time. In the third year of service all employees are paid for their birthday and choice of floating holiday.

• Retirement

• Employees are eligible to participate in SOV's 403(b) tax deferred annuity from their first day.

• Education Support

• SOV's Professional Development Scholarship awards $1,000 each year to employees pursuing further education in their field including free STNA classes.

• Student Loan Forgiveness up to $2500 paid out over 4 years.

• Partnership with Ohio University

• SOV employees are eligible for a 5% discount for undergraduate programs, and 10% for graduate programs.

• Additional Perks and Bonuses

• SOV employees are eligible for discounts at local businesses. Employees of the month are recognized with a bonus. Recruitment bonuses for staff and residents are awarded. After 2 years, employees receive an ongoing longevity bonus.

Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit corporation governed by the basic Christian values of compassion, respect, dignity, spirituality, integrity and quality. Working for Shepherd of the Valley is not just a job, it's a calling.

• Shepherd of the Valley provides 5-star treatment at our facilities.

• We are a healthcare community offering short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, independent living and home health services.

Universal Worker Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs recreational activities in conjunction with activities department.

• Provides daily assistance with personal care to include dressing, undressing, bathing, personal hygiene, removal of soiled linen.

• Obtains vital signs and records as directed.

• Prepares residents for meals, assists in meal delivery, and clean up.

• Assists residents with activities including reminders, participation delivery and documentation.

• Performs housekeeping tasks daily; cleaning of assigned rooms, bathrooms, common area to include vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors, emptying trash, making beds, changing linens, as assigned.

• Promptly answers signal lights, bells, or intercom system to determine residents' needs.

• Conducts room checks, rounds, and monitors and reports environmental safety hazards.

• Completes documentation in an accurate and timely fashion.

• Adheres to infection control policies and procedures as established by the facility.

• Assists with resident's laundry.

• Runs errands, directs visitors, and answers telephone.

• *Maintains the confidentiality of all resident, staff and organization information.

Universal Worker Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Universal Worker Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.