Adult Day Services Assistant - Loma Linda, United States - Loma Linda University

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Job Summary:
The Adult Day Services Assistant provides personal care and social and recreational activities for Adult Day Service participants. Performs other duties as needed.


Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required. Certified Nursing Assistant training preferred.

Minimum six months experience interacting with elderly and dependent adults, either in hospital setting and/or long term care facility required.


Knowledge and Skills:

Able to read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.

Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction.

Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with mínimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.

Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.


Licensures and Certifications:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and First Aide training required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained.

Certified Nursing Assistant certification or Medical Assistant training preferred. Valid Driver's License required at time of hire.

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