Caregiver @ The Kensington

Kisco Senior Living • Walnut Creek, CA

2d

About The Position

Kisco Kensington is seeking a Caregiver to administer medication or assist residents with self-administration and coordinate resident treatments. The role also provides assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and supporting each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being.

The position is part-time, with AM, PM, or NOC schedules, and pays $22 or $23 per hour. Caregivers work as part of their department and the wider community, supporting resident-centered wellness, regulatory compliance, and high standards of service and safety.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age or meet state age requirements.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Required training and/or certification, according to state requirements, for assisting with medications.
• Knowledge of pertinent regulations for monitoring and licensing the residence.
• Basic competency using multiple forms of technology, including Microsoft Office, internet-based applications, and custom applications.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• High school graduate.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant course, if required.

Responsibilities

• Observe residents for changes in condition and report them to the Care Services Director, Resident Care Coordinator (RCC), Dementia Care Coordinator (DCC), or an appropriate physician.
• Assist residents with simple requests or find an appropriate associate to help.
• Learn resident preferences to provide exemplary customer service, exceed expectations, and enhance satisfaction.
• Document and report changes in condition using company resident-care forms.
• Set up medications and assist residents with medication administration.
• Log medications received from pharmacies, verify physician orders, and promptly communicate concerns.
• Track medications and reorder them as needed.
• Track vital signs, weight, diabetic testing and/or insulin injections where permitted by state law, ambulation, and general activities.
• Follow regulatory and company policies for medication destruction as directed by a physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director.
• Document and remove medications discontinued by a resident’s physician.
• Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
• Promote each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, and personal safety.
• Assist resident assistants when needed and when primary tasks are complete.
• Track needed supplies and communicate needs to the Care Services Director or RCC/DCC.
• Work collaboratively within the department and across the community, and support open and honest communication among associates.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag.
• Identify ways to reduce costs and improve efficiency; support continuous improvement.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and promptly report issues or concerns.
• Follow applicable regulations, laws, Kisco standards, and the Associate Handbook.
• Understand and support the community sales process.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Free meal per shift.
• Healthcare benefits, including vision and dental, for full-time associates only.
• Matching 401(k) for full-time associates only.
• Paid time off.
• Rewards and bonus opportunities.
• Continuous training and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED