Caregiver - PT

MBK Senior Living•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Caregiver provides quality care and services to residents, supporting their activities of daily living and social and emotional well-being with compassion and excellent customer service. Care is delivered according to each resident’s Individualized Service Plan, while prioritizing dignity, privacy, safety, and compliance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines. This is a part-time role with variable hours and required weekend availability. Pay is based on experience (DOE). On-the-job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Current First Aid and CPR certifications required; Medication Management Certification is required if mandated by the state, with certifications maintained through required training and ongoing education.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must complete required background clearances and health screening and provide a negative TB test result within seven days of employment; the test must be from within the prior six months.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to read, write, and speak English and follow written and spoken directions.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to make sound independent decisions, remain calm, and manage stressful or emergency situations effectively.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Dependability and respect for confidentiality and others’ rights and privacy.
Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight.
Must present a positive and professional image consistent with MBK values.
Must be mobile and able to walk, bend, kneel, squat, pull, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds as necessary.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday within the community and between neighborhoods.
Ability to assist with residents’ physical movement during routine transfers and emergencies.
Must comply with applicable regulatory requirements, including resident-rights rules, HIPAA, state licensing regulations, and laws relating to professional licenses.
Must not be considered an Excluded Party when working at a community receiving Medicare or Medicaid funding.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of caregiving experience in a similar work environment is preferred; on-the-job training is available for suitable candidates.
Food Handler’s Card preferred; training will be provided if required and not already held.
Nurse Aide Certification preferred unless required by the state.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly and kindly to residents while preserving their independence, dignity, safety, privacy, and confidentiality.
At the start of each shift, review and acknowledge shift reporting, updated Individualized Service Plans, and lifestyle surveys.
Complete resident assignments in accordance with each resident’s Individualized Service Plan.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, meals, toileting, continence products, and wellness programming.
Perform regular resident safety checks and report changes in residents’ conditions, including changes in mental status, behavior, skin condition, or appetite.
Assist with meals, including meal selection, serving, eating assistance, clearing, and room-tray delivery as assigned.
Safely transfer and escort residents using proper lifting and transferring techniques, including assistance with beds and wheelchairs and transport to meals, programs, and other destinations.
Respond compassionately to residents’ behavioral expressions and follow up according to direction and policy.
Lead or support resident programs and engagement assignments, encouraging participation and enjoyment.
Complete assigned housekeeping and laundry tasks for residents and the community.
Manage oxygen tanks and concentrators as prescribed and permitted by state requirements when properly trained.
Respond promptly to resident alerts, emergencies, and requests to maintain residents’ safety and comfort.
Maintain a safe and secure environment in accordance with safety standards, policies, and procedures.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
Promote teamwork and open communication, using mentoring, coaching, and recognition in alignment with MBK principles and values.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by a supervisor or designee.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members.
Financial and legal services.
Educational loan assistance and scholarships.
Team member discount programs.
Resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
Free meal per shift.
Leadership development and live in-person, virtual, individual, and group training.
Competitive salaries.
Full-time team members receive medical, dental, and vision coverage; medical plan options including an HSA-eligible plan with company contributions; healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts; commuter benefits; company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage; disability benefits where applicable; and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.