Certified Nursing Assitant

Senior Resource Association
US - Florida - Vero Beach
December 27, 2024

Primary Function:

Under direct supervision, provides personal and individual attention, and varied daily activity to sustain independence and self-esteem of Adult Day Care (ADC) clients.

Principal Responsibilities:

These are examples of the type of work performed.
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed

Work within the guidelines established by the ADC Director, and governing agencies as it pertains to the care and interaction with the elderly
Perform varied activities on a regular basis in order to encourage physical mobility, independence, self esteem and mental acuity of clients during the hours of ADC operation
Monitor client activity to ensure physical safety and wellness
Observe and communicate (verbal/written) unusual or inappropriate behavior of clients to ensure the safety of everyone
Recognize and report elder abuse, neglect and exploitation to management; works with external authorities and agencies if requested
Assist clients with personal care, including but not limited to, cleanliness, appearance, feeding, medicine allocation, and transport of clients
May initiate, plan and/or assists clients in crafts and other creative activities and projects
Provide instruction, guidance and support to ADC aides as needed
Communicate effectively with care givers, case managers and other personnel as it relates to care and well being of clients
Maintains cleanliness and a safe work environment for clients and coworkers
Attend meetings and training as required

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Knowledge of elder abuse, neglect and exploitation
Maintain confidentiality as required
Empathetic yet supportive with clients and care givers
Physically support mobility of clients
Accurate and timely communication (verbal and written)
Adaptable to deal with sensitive or unexpected situations; remains composed at all times
Participate in SRA reams, committees, meetings, training and special events

Other Job Characteristics:

Majority of work is performed in a group or individual setting
Sitting, lifting, pushing, bending
FDLE/DFWP

License/Certification:

Valid Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED; experience caring for seniors, physically challenged or disabled; or demonstrated experience in related field

TO APPLY:
Complete Employment Application

About the Organization

Senior Resource Association (SRA) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that provides services to support and advocate for independence and dignity of older adults throughout Indian River County.
Our organization was established in 1974 to provide services and programs that promote an active, healthy, and independent lifestyle for older adults.
We provide and manage the Meals on Wheels of Indian River County programs, Adult DayAway programs, In-Home Services, and Transportation for seniors and their families.
With two locations in Vero Beach and Sebastian, SRA operates the only state-licensed Adult DayAway programs in the County.
Our goal is to keep seniors healthy and in their own homes for as long as safely possible.
Due to memory loss, brain injury, food-insecurity, and/or lack of socialization, all families have a special need for their loved one that leads them to Senior Resource Association.
SRA is recognized as the lead agency in Indian River County for homebound and community-based services for seniors and adults aged 18 and older.

In addition, SRA is the county-designated public transportation provider.
Our fixed-route buses provide service along 15 routes throughout Indian River County, and part of St.
Lucie County.
Our demand-response service picks up the elderly and disabled at their specified origination point and takes them where they need to go in the community.

Senior Resource Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is non-discriminatory and affords equal treatment to all and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

For more details, visit SeniorResourceAssociation.org.

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