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JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: HHS/Senior Living
REPORTS TO: Senior Living Manager
SALARY RANGE: $15.00 - $18.00

Any individual who receives an offer of employment or will receive a payroll check are required to submit to a drug and alcohol test as a condition of obtaining employment.
Mille Lacs Band Member/American Indian preference applies

SUMMARY:
This position provides support safety of the building and tenants onsite living independently. Duties performed may include, however, are not limited to light housekeeping and socialization. The Senior Living Attendant works closely with the Senior Living Manager, along with external supports and services to ensure clients receive the level of support needed to feel safe, comfortable and connected to their homes and communities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school education or equivalent is preferred but not mandatory, must be willing to complete orientation and competency training for the position.
• CPR certification required, training will be provided if needed.
• Maintains privacy and confidentiality of client, client’s records and client’s living environment.
• Experience in and sensitivity to Native American culture.
• Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently, and demonstrate a positive attitude, high integrity and ethical awareness.
• Sensitivity and empathy to clients/families being served.
• Able to communicate effectively, including effective listening skills and written/verbal skills
• Able to work independently and as a team member. Attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and carry out directions and instructions of written plan of care and document care given.
• Flexible, sensitive to the needs of others, reliable and able to cope with emergencies.
• Must have current valid driver’s license.
• Must be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Drivers Insurance policy.
• Must pass a state pre-employment background check, drug and alcohol test.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide assistance with light housekeeping and laundry duties and other tasks per tenant request.
• Reports changes in physical and emotional condition to the Senior Living Manager.
• Provide companionship to the client such as conversation, watching television or playing cards.
• Assist with simple requests from residents – not to be confused with personal care requests.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Work is performed indoors in a controlled climate area- the clients home or HHS office space.
• Nature of work is such that the employee experiences minimal stress.
• Shifts could be 8 hours or 12 hours in length, depending upon needs.
• Hours cover 24/7 facility.