POSITION DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Caregiver
Supervisor: Health Services Coordinator/Health Services Director
FLSA Status: Hourly, non-exempt
Date Approved: September 2025
As a Caregiver, you embody our principle of Person-Centered care and support our mission statement through People, Passion, and Excellence by providing the highest standard of care and customer service. In assisted living and memory care, you foster independence, dignity, and safety while offering compassionate support tailored to residents’ cognitive and physical abilities.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
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High school diploma or equivalent is required
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Six months of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
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Appropriate certification, as required by state
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Current and valid first aid and CPR certification
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Demonstrated ability to communicate politely and effectively (in English), both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff
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Meet state-related requirements (if applicable to position)
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Ability to work in a team setting and be a team player
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Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach with coworkers and residents
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Possess excellent customer and organizational skills
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Ability to work under time constraints with little supervision and meet department deadlines.
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Previous experience in senior living, preferred
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Satisfactorily pass Sunshine’s and state-regulated criminal record clearance, health screening and
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TB clearance (if applicable)
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Training or willingness to train in dementia care practices (validation, redirection, and engagement strategies
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Monitor health, safety, and well-being of the residents. Promptly report any changes in resident’s
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physical condition and/or behavior to Health Services Director or Health Services Coordinator
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Properly follow shift-change procedures and documentation
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Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating
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Support residents with memory loss by using patients, empathy, and specialized communication techniques
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Assist in keeping the environment safe and happy for residents
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Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. Promote purposeful, individualized engagement that supports dignity and cognitive abilities.
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Immediately respond to resident emergencies; provide first aid assistance; debrief and document incident following company procedures
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Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor
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Perform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non- perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community Management, or others
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Meet the assigned work requirements of the job. Regular attendance is required
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Serve as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitude
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Represent the Community in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner
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Adhere to dress/appearance code. Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisor
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Adhere to and follow company policies, procedures, and standards
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Promote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all times
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Maintain personnel, resident, and business proprietary and/or confidential matters/material in strict confidence with management of the company (and/or other company staff as needed)
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Maintains certifications as necessary such as First Aid, to fulfill state regulations (if applicable)
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Communicate with residents’ families, as directed by supervisors, to support resident well-being and care coordination
This position has no supervisory responsibilities
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) proudly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where residents, employees, and families feel respected and valued, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
Salary-History Statement:
Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) is committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We do not request or consider an applicant’s past or current salary when making compensation decisions, in compliance with applicable salary history and pay equity laws.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
20% or less
20% to 40%
40% to 60%
60% to 80%
80% to 100%
Pushing, pulling and/or reaching
X
Grasping and fine manipulation
X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
X
Lifts Weight or Exerts Force
20% or less
20% to 40%
40% to 60%
60% to 80%
80% to 100%
The Community reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.
