Caregiver - Medication Aid - Memory Care Full Time Swing

Mennonite Village•Albany, OR

2d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Join us as a Caregiver in our Memory Care unit, where your role will make a difference every day! Enjoy an amazing schedule of full-time swing, allowing you to keep your life balanced while providing heartfelt care. With a competitive pay for Caregiver of $17.00 to $18.35 per hour based on experience, and a start of Med Aide of $23.75, your dedication will be rewarded as you help seniors find joy in their day-to-day lives. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in a fun, energetic environment where we embrace empathy and compassion. The schedule we are recruiting for is: Sunday - Tuesday (2 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.) and Wednesday (5 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.) Team Lead Med Aide Hello, we're Mennonite Village Mennonite Village is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that has been serving the Mid-Willamette Valley for over 78 years. Our purpose is to be a community where residents live their best life. Why work for us? You'll be part of a team that values integrity and excellence, making personal connections and creating meaningful moments. The following benefits and perks are offered to full time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Company funded HRA with up to $1200 per year. Optional Flexible spending account 24/7 access to onsite gym Scholarship opportunities Company contribution to retirement plan after 2 years of employment Generous Paid time off Policy Discounts on food from our Dining Department Make a difference as a Caregiver/Med Aide - Memory Care Full Time Swing As a Caregiver in our Memory Care unit, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of residents with dementia while providing compassionate care. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include assisting with hygiene and general care of residents' skin, nails, hair, eyes, ears, mouth, and face, ensuring each individual feels their best. You'll help residents perform activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing, bathing, toileting, and grooming, always responding promptly to call lights to maintain their comfort. Monitoring health status and documenting vital signs, fluid, and nutritional intake will be key tasks in providing excellent care. The Team Leader Med Aide at Mennonite Village oversees medication administration, treatment documentation, and resident care coordination. Responsible for delivering medications, ensuring accurate documentation, and engaging in caregiving duties. The team leader coordinates services, assigns tasks, and upholds infection control policies. Plus, you'll support mobility and positioning, ensuring safety devices are used effectively. Your involvement doesn't stop there-you'll also encourage resident participation in activities, create delicious meals, and perform general housekeeping tasks to keep their environment cheerful and inviting. Does this sound like you? To thrive as a Caregiver/Med Aide in our Memory Care unit, several essential skills will set you apart.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Be knowledgeable and adhere to a resident's service plans.
Maintains residents' dignity by providing privacy and confidentiality.
Effectively engage and communicate with elderly individuals.
Exhibit patience, tact, and willingness to handle challenging situations.
Foster positivity and actively engage in daily problem-solving.
Ability to accurately document activities of daily living.
Compassionate bedside manner and empathy toward residents
Must have Heimlich Maneuver training within the first 120 days.
Understanding of and commitment to residents rights and dignity.
First aid certification and Food handler's card within first 120 days of employment.
Criminal background check is required for new hires.
Mennonite Village is a drug-free workplace.
information may be obtained through the Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division (DMV), court records, and other states' data systems.
Fingerprints may be required as part of the check.

Responsibilities

assisting with hygiene and general care of residents' skin, nails, hair, eyes, ears, mouth, and face
help residents perform activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing, bathing, toileting, and grooming
responding promptly to call lights
monitoring health status and documenting vital signs, fluid, and nutritional intake
oversees medication administration, treatment documentation, and resident care coordination
delivering medications, ensuring accurate documentation, and engaging in caregiving duties
coordinates services, assigns tasks, and upholds infection control policies
support mobility and positioning, ensuring safety devices are used effectively
encourage resident participation in activities
create delicious meals
perform general housekeeping tasks