Memory Care CNA

Shahbaz

The Shahbaz role is a versatility trained team member who supports the overall wellness of the elderly who live in a house. They are deeply relational and oversee the rhythm of the home to ensure each elder is well known, respected, and supported in living their days in a way they desire, with emphasis on autonomy, dignity, and love. Shahbaz is called to nurture, protect, and sustain the elders.

Qualification Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Completion of CNA I training program and valid Nurse Aide I registry listing.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of relevant experience working in long-term care or assisted living, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic elder care procedures, restorative practices, and common medical terminology. Understanding of infection control, sanitation, food safety, and hygiene protocols in a household setting. Ability to assist elders with mobility, transfers, positioning, and use of adaptive equipment safely. Skill in taking, recording, and reporting vital signs, weights, and other care indicators accurately. Capacity to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies, incidents, or stressful situations. Strong communication skills to interact clearly and respectfully with elders, families, teammates, and clinical staff. Ability to maintain confidentiality of elder health and personal information, while honoring dignity and autonomy. Flexibility to follow written and verbal instructions, adapt to changing priorities, and adjust to household routines. Demonstrated compassion, patience, and attentiveness to elder needs, with a focus on meaningful engagement. Team-oriented mindset with the ability to share leadership roles, support household operations, and collaborate in decision-making.

Essential Functions:

• Promote elder dignity, respect, and autonomy in daily decision-making.
• Build relationships through meaningful conversation, activities, and shared experiences.
• Encourage elder participation in life events and community activities.
• Engage with specialists (spiritual care, nursing, social work, dining) when complex needs arise.
• Assist elders with daily living needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, hair and nail care, shaving, continence support, and hygiene.
• Support restorative and rehabilitative procedures as outlined in care plans.
• Record vital signs and measurements accurately.
• Safely move, transfer, and position elders using proper body mechanics and equipment.
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to posted menus and elder preferences.
• Perform daily housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry, and bed-making.
• Maintain a safe, orderly household environment, observing infection control and safety protocols.
• Promptly respond to elder calls for assistance and report incidents, accidents, or suspected abuse.
• Participate in ongoing training, orientation, and professional development.
• Serve in household leadership roles (e.g., food, housekeeping, scheduling, care coordination).
• Collaborate with teammates to foster a supportive, respectful, and high-functioning work environment.
• Engage in regular team meetings and discussions with the clinical support team (CST) to ensure care quality and consistency.

Physical Demands:

Always required to stand, walk, and assist elders. Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Frequently required to bend, reach, push, and pull. Occasionally required to lift or assist in lifting individuals over 100 pounds with team or equipment assistance. Occasionally required to kneel or crouch. Visual acuity to observe elder condition, prepare and serve food, and read care documentation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Always works indoors in Green House household environment. Frequently exposed to bodily fluids and communicable diseases; PPE provided. Frequently works in close proximity to elders experiencing physical, emotional, or cognitive challenges. Occasionally exposed to strong odors, heat from cooking, or noise from household and care equipment. Occasionally assists with outdoor activities or events in non-clinical areas. Rarely exposed to hazardous materials outside of approved cleaning and sanitation products. Never operates motor vehicles or heavy machinery as part of job responsibilities.