Location:
Brookfield, IL
Employment Type:
Part-Time
Salary:
Competitive
Job Description
About Cantata:
Cantata Adult Life Services is a nonprofit organization with a strong history that goes back nearly 100 years. Our organization serves older adults through our rehab center, and our variety of campus and home services. Our commitment to the changing needs of the community and our campus has helped us to evolve into the innovative organization that we are today. We continue to grow and evolve so that we can help individuals, families, and the communities’ age successfully.
At the core of our organization lies the Cantata Promise
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We promise to listen to how each of us defines our “best life” and to work enthusiastically to make it a reality
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We promise to treat every person with respect, integrity, and compassion
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We promise to use imagination, innovation, and teamwork in everything we do
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We promise a sense of community and a desire to find fun in living every day
Cantata Home Services is part of the Cantata Adult Life Services family and has been working in the community for over 20 years. In fact, over 75% of our services are offered into the community. As a majority of people wish to stay in their homes as they age, we continue to grow to better serve our clients and their needs by offering affordable, non-intrusive care in the home. Staying safe and comfortable at home sometimes means taking care of more than just our clients. Our Handyman team also works hard to ensure our clients’ homes are maintained as well.
Requirements
Knowledge/Skill/Experience
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Demonstrated passion for providing direct care to elderly people and/or other vulnerable clients
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Maturity, patience, and the willingness to work closely on a team
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Excellent and adaptable people skills
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Experience working independently, i.e. the ability to exercise good judgment, and time management skills
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Valid driver’s license, reliable access to a car, and active car insurance
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Comfortable with using (calendars; email) on a computer and smartphone
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Completion of State of Illinois 8-hr. training class prior to hire, per State regulations
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Successful passing of a drug test and IDPH fingerprint criminal background test
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Ideally, at least three (3) years of experience working in a direct care capacity
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Flexibility and interest in going above and beyond
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An open mind and an interest in learning how to work with ill, disabled, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people
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Certified Nursing Assistant competency desired, but not required
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Contact with Others
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Extensive contact with customers on a daily basis
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Extensive contact with the Program Manager
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Some interaction with customers’ family members
C. Delegation of AuthorityAs a Caregiver, you are delegated the responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.D. Responsibility for Confidential DataEmployee-Partners are required to safeguard sensitive information. Sensitive information includes, but shall not be limited to, information concerning Cantata Adult Life Services’ former and current residents/clients, medical and health information and Cantata Adult Life Services’ information systems including but not limited to the Internet and E-mail.E. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
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Must be in good general health, as set forth by this company and division; and maintain personal good health and safety practices to be able to do the job.
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This position requires bending, lifting, pushing, sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time; and the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
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May be requested to work on weekends and holidays when necessary.
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May be required to work in adverse weather conditions.
F. Exposure Classification
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Job duties are classified as Category II (no routine contact with blood, body fluids or tissues).
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Routine exposure to chemicals, which are identified for use in homes or in Cantata Adult Life Services.
Job Type: Part-time
Required experience:
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Caregiving, CNA, Home Health Aide: 1 year