Day/Noc Caregiver-Behavioral Health

Elite Care • Portland, OR

13d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Elite Care at Oatfield Estates is a locally owned and operated community in Milwaukie, Oregon, designed to support residents’ and staff members’ quality of life and sense of belonging, influence, and purpose. The community states that it was the first in Oregon to earn JCAHO accreditation.

The caregiver provides daily support to residents with activities of daily living, including personal care and bathing or bathroom assistance. The role also involves offering emotional support and encouragement, monitoring and reporting changes in residents’ health and behavior, documenting information in resident charts and the portal, and helping maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment. The listed schedules are Sun–Wed or Wed–Sat, 6–6, with Wednesday a half-day. Compensation is $19.00–$22.50 per hour, with a $2-per-hour differential for the night shift.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Value and respect people receiving long-term care.
• Have consistent attendance and a reliable method of transportation.
• Be able to document and correspond properly in charts and the portal.
• Be able to lift 50 pounds regularly and move quickly and often throughout a regular shift.
• Pass a background check with the State of Oregon.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Have reliable transportation or commuting arrangements.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of experience in behavioral health or a similar field.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Assist clients with personal care, including bathing and bathroom assistance.
• Help residents with morning and evening preparations, dressing, and attire.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to residents to perform necessary tasks.
• Monitor and report changes in residents’ health, behavior, and overall needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents and colleagues.
• Correspond and document properly for resident charting purposes and in charts and the portal.
• Work cooperatively as part of a team and participate in training and development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for staff working 30 or more hours per week.
• PTO and sick time.
• Educational support for continuing education.
• Employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

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