Job Summary
Shifts
Full-Time, Monday-Friday with alternating weekends:
5:30 AM - 2PM
7AM-3:30pm
9AM TO 5:30PM
Swing Shift: 2pm-10:30pm
NOC/Night Shift: 10pm-6:30am
The Caregiver (or Resident Assistant) is responsible for providing compassionate and hands-on assistance with the daily living activities, personal care, and general well-being of residents in a Assisted Living/Memory Care community. This role requires patience, empathy, and a commitment to maintaining the dignity and independence of all residents.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
1. Personal Care and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Assist residents with bathing, showering, and personal hygiene (e.g., shaving, oral care, hair care).
- Provide assistance with dressing and undressing while promoting independence.
- Assist residents with toileting and incontinence care, ensuring dignity and cleanliness.
- Assist residents with mobility and transfers (e.g., moving from bed to chair, walking), using proper body mechanics and assistive devices (e.g., walkers, wheelchairs, lifts).
2. Health and Wellness Support
- Medication reminders or assistance with self-administration, as permitted by state regulations and facility policy.
- Monitor and report changes in a resident's physical condition, behavior, or mental status to the supervising nurse or management promptly.
- Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) as required.
- Follow individual Resident Care Plans accurately and completely.
3. Nutrition and Meal Support
- Assist with meal service, including setting up the dining area and helping residents to their seats.
- Provide feeding assistance to residents who require it.
- Ensure residents have access to fluids and encourage hydration throughout the shift.
- Assist with clearing dishes and light dining room cleanup.
4. Emotional Support and Companionship
- Provide emotional support and companionship by engaging residents in conversation and meaningful activities.
- Encourage participation in facility social and recreational programs.
- Respond to call lights promptly and courteously.
- Foster a caring, supportive, and respectful environment for all residents.
5. Safety and Environmental
- Perform light housekeeping duties within resident apartments/rooms (e.g., making beds, tidying up).
- Assist with laundry as needed.
- Ensure a safe and clean environment to prevent falls and hazards.
- Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
Qualifications and Skills
Required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
- Demonstrated ability to be compassionate, patient, and empathetic.
Preferred
- Previous experience as a Caregiver, Resident Assistant, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in an assisted living, memory care, or long-term care setting.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Knowledge of standard safety and infection control procedures.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and twist for extended periods.
- Must be able to lift and/or transfer residents up to XX pounds (specific weight often provided).
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
