Caregiver (Part Time - Memory Care)

Kisco Senior Living • Anaheim, CA

14h • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver at Emerald Court meets community residents’ needs by helping with activities of daily living. The role delivers quality care by encouraging independence and supporting each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being. This is a part-time position scheduled Tuesday and Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., with a stated pay range of $18–$19 per hour.

The Caregiver supports residents’ daily care, safety, independence, and social engagement; documents care and resident status; communicates with care staff and families; and helps maintain the community and residents’ rooms. The position may also provide customer-service desk coverage, assist with community and marketing events, and support wellness programming. Employment offers are subject to passing a drug screen, a job-specific physical, a TB test, and a background check; the company covers the cost of these pre-hire requirements.

Requirements

• Bring a smile to work every day.
• Be a great team player.
• High school education or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Nursing assistant course is recommended.
• First Aid and CPR certification, if required.
• Meet state training requirements and/or certifications.
• Basic competency using multiple forms of technology, including Microsoft Office applications, internet-based applications, and custom applications.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) is desirable.
• High school education or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Nursing assistant course is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents’ general well-being and immediately report changes in condition to the appropriate associate or department.
• Respond to residents’ simple requests or find the appropriate associate to help.
• Learn resident preferences to provide exemplary customer service, exceed expectations, and enhance satisfaction.
• Supervise or assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, ambulation, and other activities of daily living.
• Provide companionship and develop strong relationships with residents.
• Respond to emergencies according to policies and procedures.
• Help residents use assistive devices such as walkers, wheelchairs, and hearing aids.
• Encourage residents to care for themselves.
• Document care provided in accordance with documentation standards.
• Provide input to the Care Services Director and/or Resident Care Coordinator/Dementia Care Coordinator to help keep individual service plans current.
• Regularly review the 24 Hour Report and care checklists.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy.
• Practice standard precautions, infection control, and safe work practices.
• Observe and monitor residents and provide or assist with documentation regarding resident status.
• Cover the Customer Service desk in the Care Services lobby when necessary and answer the telephone according to company policy and standards.
• Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
• Resolve resident questions according to policies and procedures.
• Greet and direct family members, potential residents, prospects, and other individuals to appropriate community staff.
• Assist with and participate in community special events and marketing events.
• Help residents meet social needs through interaction with staff, family, and other residents, including encouraging and reminding residents about wellness programming.
• Assist with general upkeep of community common areas.
• Maintain residents’ rooms, including making beds, taking out trash, and washing dishes.
• Assist with resident laundry as assigned.
• Support open and honest communication among associates and work collaboratively within the department and across the community.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag while working.
• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and immediately report issues or concerns to a supervisor.
• Support continuous improvement and adhere to applicable regulations, laws, company standards, and the Associate Handbook.
• Understand and support the community sales process.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $18–$19 per hour.
• 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