Internship
Student Internship as a Personal Care Companion

As a valued member of our team at Eagle Ridge Personal Care Home, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care and support to our residents. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to join us as a Resident Care Companion. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, all geared towards ensuring the well-being and comfort of our residents. Here’s an overview of what you can expect:

  1. Health Monitoring: You will be attentive to the residents’ health and well-being, promptly recognizing any acute changes in their health conditions. Should you notice any concerning signs, you will report them immediately to the Team Leader.
  2. Daily Living Assistance: Under the direct supervision of the Team Leader, you will assist residents with their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) as needed and requested. This includes helping with tasks such as bathing, showering, dental care, and other personal hygiene routines.
  3. Professional Conduct: You will be expected to uphold and promote all facility policies and procedures. Your communication skills will be essential, as you will interact with various individuals, including residents, families, doctors, nurses, and allied health personnel.
  4. Compassionate Care: Your caring and respectful approach will be pivotal in addressing resident medical and social needs. Leading by example, you will provide direct resident care as required.
  5. Prompt and Dependable: You will be responsible for responding to call bells and requests promptly, instilling confidence in residents by maintaining a neat appearance, and consistently demonstrating dependability and punctuality.
  6. Team Player: Working collaboratively with the rest of the team is crucial. You will communicate effectively, follow the chain of command, and support the orientation of new employees.
  7. Dietary Support: Encouraging nutritious snacks and meals to maintain residents’ diets will be part of your role.
  8. Safety and Environment: You will actively participate in fire drills, ensure the safety and cleanliness of the environment, and help with kitchen, laundry, and housekeeping duties.
  9. Comfort and Observation: Your attentiveness to residents’ comfort needs and timely reporting of observations to the Team Leader will be invaluable.
  10. Continuing Education: You will stay up-to-date with the facility’s monthly education program, ensuring you are well-informed about best practices and procedures.
  11. Flexible Assistance: As needed, you will provide help with any other related duties delegated by the Team Leader, Resident Care Coordinator, or any other Facility Administrator.

We welcome you to be a part of our caring community at Eagle Ridge Personal Care Home, where every resident’s well-being and happiness are at the heart of what we do. Your dedication and commitment to providing exceptional care will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

DEPARTMENTS

Direct Care

INDUSTRY

Human Services

COUNTY

Clinton

TOWN

Mill Hall

,

17751

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Age/Grade Requirements

11-12 grades

Available

07/31/2023 through
09/30/2026
Max attendance 1