Caregiver Mentor

New Horizons•Salem, OR

About The Position

New Horizons In-Home Care is seeking a Caregiver Mentor to support its mission of empowering well-being through comprehensive care and companionship. The company provides care to older adults, people with disabilities, and medically fragile children in Oregon, and has served the community for over 30 years. The role trains and mentors caregivers, supports successful onboarding, and helps caregivers understand care plans and Individual Support Plans (ISPs). The Caregiver Mentor will also be required to work as a Caregiver. New Horizons describes itself as a people-first company that provides a living wage and opportunities for growth. Employees can participate in a staff incentive program, connect through an online community platform and office parties, and access scholarship opportunities and an annual $500 education credit.

Requirements

At least 3 years of caregiver experience with advanced skills, or CNA certification.
Teaching or training experience; experience in basic caregiving skills is preferred.
Computer proficiency with multiple software programs, Google Suites, and Microsoft Office; scheduling software proficiency is a plus.
Strong organizational skills, including effective time management, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks while determining priorities.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work well on a team in a fast-paced environment.
Current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler certifications.
Valid driver's license and current auto insurance.
Weekend availability.

Nice To Haves

CNA certification is preferred.
Bilingual ability is preferred.
Teaching or training experience in basic caregiving skills is preferred.
Scheduling software proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

Train caregivers in basic and caregiver skills as needed.
Identify and assess current and future caregiver training needs.
Deploy a wide variety of training methods.
Mentor new caregivers to support successful onboarding.
Maintain an understanding of training trends, development, and best practices.
Ensure that all caregivers providing services meet OAR qualification requirements.
Help caregivers understand care plans and ISPs.
Work as a caregiver.