Brookdale at Home
OverviewVoted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own.
If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:
Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)Tuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceAdoption Reimbursement BenefitsVariety of Associate Discounts Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.
To support our associates in their journey to become a U.
S.
citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
ResponsibilitiesProvides direct care to clients following an individual service plan.
Treats each client with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence.
Fosters a homelike atmosphere throughout the community.
Serves as a resource to other staff members.
Will alternate on call with the agency manager and be responsible for providing staffing coverage.
Assists clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan.
Allows and encourages clients to do as much of their own care as possible.
Encourages clients to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and todevelop friendships with other clients.
Maintains client's records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedures.
Assists clients with medications as defined in medication procedure.
Assists with pet care as needed.
Provides transportation to doctor's appointments and other errands.
Maintains client's confidentiality.
Communicates effectively with clients, families and collaborative team.
Notifies agency manager of any change in client's condition/status.
Assists with admission of new clients on BAH services.
Assists agency manager with schedule changes in the BAH scheduling system.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the clients.
Performs general housekeeping, following cleaning schedules for client laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, etc.
Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to client requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends.
Contacts other care givers to fill vacancies in the schedule.
Assumes supervisory role in the absence of the agency manager, including the direction of client care staff problem resolution.
Assists staff with training/orientation.
Covers BAH cases in the event that care associates cannot be secured to provide services to client(s).
Manages on-call/after office hours and weekend's business needs as assigned.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position.
It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities.
An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
QualificationsEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred and three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and e-mail.
Basic typing skills are essential.
Knowledge on how to use a mouse, printer, scanner and fax machine is desired.
One year work experience in direct service with older adults and knowledge of dementia, particularly of Alzheimer's type, is helpful.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsIn accordance with state law, may need to possess current state certification and follow regulations to maintain current certification.
Refer to state specific regulations for qualifications required to assist with medications and direct care duties.
Management/Decision MakingUses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on precedents and established guidelines.
Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents.
Knows when to refer issues to supervisor and when to handle them personally.
Knowledge and SkillsHas a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability.
Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process.
Has a working knowledge of the organization.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients, clients' families, and other associates of the company.
Ability to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and gets help when needed.
Physical Demands and Working ConditionsStandingWalkingSittingUse hands and fingers to handle or feelReach with hands and armsClimb or balanceStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlTalk or hearTaste or smellAbility to lift:
up to 50 poundsVisionRequires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendorsOccasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverageOn-Call on an as needed basisPossible exposure to communicable diseases and infectionsPotential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residentsExposure to latexPossible exposure to blood-borne pathogensPossible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazardsSubject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipmentRequires Travel:
Occasionally Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
Salary Range Information$15.
66 - $19.
57 / hourAbout the Company:
Brookdale at Home.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:
Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)Tuition ReimbursementPet InsuranceAdoption Reimbursement BenefitsVariety of Associate Discounts Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.
To support our associates in their journey to become a U.
S.
citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
ResponsibilitiesProvides direct care to clients following an individual service plan.
Treats each client with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence.
Fosters a homelike atmosphere throughout the community.
Serves as a resource to other staff members.
Will alternate on call with the agency manager and be responsible for providing staffing coverage.
Assists clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan.
Allows and encourages clients to do as much of their own care as possible.
Encourages clients to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and todevelop friendships with other clients.
Maintains client's records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedures.
Assists clients with medications as defined in medication procedure.
Assists with pet care as needed.
Provides transportation to doctor's appointments and other errands.
Maintains client's confidentiality.
Communicates effectively with clients, families and collaborative team.
Notifies agency manager of any change in client's condition/status.
Assists with admission of new clients on BAH services.
Assists agency manager with schedule changes in the BAH scheduling system.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the clients.
Performs general housekeeping, following cleaning schedules for client laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, etc.
Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to client requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends.
Contacts other care givers to fill vacancies in the schedule.
Assumes supervisory role in the absence of the agency manager, including the direction of client care staff problem resolution.
Assists staff with training/orientation.
Covers BAH cases in the event that care associates cannot be secured to provide services to client(s).
Manages on-call/after office hours and weekend's business needs as assigned.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position.
It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities.
An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
QualificationsEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred and three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and e-mail.
Basic typing skills are essential.
Knowledge on how to use a mouse, printer, scanner and fax machine is desired.
One year work experience in direct service with older adults and knowledge of dementia, particularly of Alzheimer's type, is helpful.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsIn accordance with state law, may need to possess current state certification and follow regulations to maintain current certification.
Refer to state specific regulations for qualifications required to assist with medications and direct care duties.
Management/Decision MakingUses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on precedents and established guidelines.
Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents.
Knows when to refer issues to supervisor and when to handle them personally.
Knowledge and SkillsHas a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability.
Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process.
Has a working knowledge of the organization.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients, clients' families, and other associates of the company.
Ability to effectively communicate in English and understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and gets help when needed.
Physical Demands and Working ConditionsStandingWalkingSittingUse hands and fingers to handle or feelReach with hands and armsClimb or balanceStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlTalk or hearTaste or smellAbility to lift:
up to 50 poundsVisionRequires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendorsOccasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverageOn-Call on an as needed basisPossible exposure to communicable diseases and infectionsPotential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residentsExposure to latexPossible exposure to blood-borne pathogensPossible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazardsSubject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipmentRequires Travel:
Occasionally Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
Salary Range Information$15.
66 - $19.
57 / hourAbout the Company:
Brookdale at Home.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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