Care Partner Part Time at Sunrise Senior Living

Bethesda, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Resident Care, Documentation, Individualized Service Plan (ISP), Prompting, Cueing, Emotional Support, Safety Regulations, Risk Management, Infection Control, Housekeeping, Laundry Services, Meal Service, Communication, Time Management, Problem Solving, Decision Making

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together. Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 8th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of. COMMUNITY NAME Sunrise of Bethesda Job ID 2026-239135 JOB OVERVIEW The Care Partner is responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services to a consistent group of residents and their families in our Terrace Club neighborhood based on the Designated Care Partner concept. Responsible for promoting alliance with the residents to help create successful days through prompting, cueing, and reminders. The Care Partner role includes providing hands on care and physical and emotional support as outlined in each resident’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP) while maintaining a safe, comfortable home like environment. Responsible for demonstrating the Mission for Sunrise, “to champion quality of life for all seniors” in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and Sunrise policies to promote the highest degree of quality care and services to our residents. RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS Job Description Essential Duties As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows: Resident Care Review, read, notate and initial Daily Log to document and learn about pertinent information and any resident’s physical and behavioral changes. Review and provide input to the Individualized Service Plans (ISP) and Leisure Assessment. Assist in the Terrace Club Program, based on individual resident interests and skills that provide stimulating programs, according to Terrace Club Guidelines and Policy. Partner with residents to help create successful days through prompting and cueing reminders. Assist in implementation of the Daily Program Calendar for each day’s events and journal entry with the residents. Demonstrate effective use of written communication skills to assists residents with daily journal entries. Observe, report, and document symptoms and conditions of residents. Review designated assignments for the day. Responsible for their designated group of residents during the shift, know where their residents are and physically check on them throughout the shift. Attend Cross Over Meeting Notify supervisor and Resident Care Director if a resident has increased care needs. Check residents for changes in skin condition, side effects of medications, and changes in overall health conditions. Inform supervisor of any resident changes of condition and resident family concerns. Respond to security system quickly and appropriately and answer all call bells immediately and take appropriate action including resetting call bells. Answer, direct, and/or respond to all phone calls in a timely, courteous, and professional manner. Toilet all residents as indicated and dispose of all incontinence products properly to ensure sanitation of resident suite and community restrooms (universal care precautions). Communicate with families and is a resource as a Designated Care Partner. Help maintain the self-respect, personal dignity, and physical safety of each resident adhering to the standards of Resident Rights. Maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment. Ensure the established safety regulations are followed at all times. Maintain universal care precautions of cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards. Risk Management and General Safety Partner with community team to ensure community is in compliance with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations. Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets), and Lockout Tagout procedures. Report all accidents/incidents immediately. Report all unsafe and hazardous conditions/equipment immediately. Ensure any cords, carts, equipment, and other hazards are kept out of the way at all times, not blocking exits, and in compliance with fire codes. Comply with all infection control techniques, placement of bio-hazard containers, and removal techniques, procedures, and policies. Understand and practice the proper method of attending to and disposing of and the possibility of exposure to blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious waste, sharp sticks, and hazardous materials. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, sharp sticks, and hazardous chemicals immediately. Ensure oxygen tanks are stored safely, exchange guest/residents tanks when empty, and monitor to make sure liters of oxygen are at prescribed levels. Housekeeping & Laundry Services Maintain and clean resident’s room as assigned including making beds, emptying trash, putting clothes away appropriately, spot sweeping, and mopping as needed. Wash resident’s laundry as noted in the ISP and as needed; encourage resident participation. Dispose of all incontinent products properly using universal care precautions of cleanliness and promote sanitation. Wash and fold dining room linens and napkins. Complete assigned housekeeping tasks. Maintain common areas clean and tidy at all times. Dining Services Serve meals in the dining room and work in the dining room as assigned. Promote and ensure a pleasant dining experience during all meals. Assist with dining room set up and clean up as assigned. Participate in pre-meal meetings. Follow residents diets as indicated on ISP. Observe, note, chart, and report residents changes in eating habits. Respond to the dining needs of the residents and guests while maintaining Sunrise hospitality and service standards. Complete meal tracking log as designated. Provide room service delivery as needed. Practice safe food handling at all times to prevent an outbreak of food borne illness in compliance with universal care precautions. Encourage resident involvement with all phases of meal times. Training, and Contributing to Team Success Participate as a member of a team and committed to working toward team goals. Demonstrate in daily interactions with others, our Team Member Credo. Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service. Contribute in the overall engagement programs and processes (customer and team member engagement) including participating in the team member engagement survey and engagement improvement planning workshops. Attend regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team Meetings, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Supervisor/ Department Coordinator. Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met. Perform other duties as assigned. Core Competencies Building Customer Loyalty Building Trust Communication Contributing to Team Success Managing Work (includes Time Management) Planning and Organizing Quality Orientation Stress Tolerance Technical / Professional Knowledge Experience and Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. High School diploma / GED accepted and may be required per state/provincial regulations Must be at least 18 years of age Previous experience working with seniors preferred and desire to serve and care for seniors Ability to make choices, decisions, and act in the resident’s best interest Ability to react and remain calm in difficult situations Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and a level of understanding Competent in organizational and time management skills Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving, and decision making skills As applicable, all Sunrise team members who drive a Sunrise vehicle must sign the Driver job description and understand the key essential duties for safety and regulatory compliance New Jersey Only: Possess a C.N.A. or HHA certification for all new hires after 03/14/04 ABOUT SUNRISE Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life. We also offer benefits and other compensation that include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans Retirement Savings Plans Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift Tuition Reimbursement In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program. Some benefits have eligibility requirements Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work® PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members among its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is contingent upon completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana) and Tuberculosis Test, and a physical evaluation and a background check where required. Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination may be required if mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities. COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).

Responsibilities

The Care Partner provides the highest quality of care and services to a consistent group of residents in the Terrace Club neighborhood, focusing on promoting alliance through prompting, cueing, and reminders. This role involves providing hands-on physical and emotional support as detailed in each resident’s Individualized Service Plan while maintaining a safe, home-like environment.