Caregiver - PT

MBK Senior Living • Antioch, CA

8d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver is a vital member of the community, dedicated to providing high-quality care and services. The role assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as personal and dental hygiene, transportation to meals and activities, and bodily functions. Caregivers provide hands-on care while supporting residents’ social and emotional well-being with compassion and superior customer service, following each resident’s Individualized Service Plan and prioritizing dignity, privacy, and safety in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines.

This is a part-time position scheduled Sunday and Monday from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The stated pay range is $18.00–$19.00 per hour. On-the-job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and relevant certifications must be maintained as applicable.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have current First Aid and CPR certifications and maintain them through required training and ongoing education.
• Must have Medication Management Certification if required by the state and maintain it as required.
• Must complete required background clearances and health screening, and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment; the test must be from within the previous 6 months.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and follow written and spoken directions.
• Ability to interact effectively and tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, and guests from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to make sound independent decisions when circumstances warrant, 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 and supervision.
• 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.
• Must be able 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.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of prior caregiving experience in a similar work environment is preferred.
• Food Handler’s Card preferred; training will be provided if required and not already held.
• Nurse’s Aid Certification preferred unless required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and kindly to resident needs while preserving independence, self-respect, dignity, safety, privacy, and confidentiality.
• At the start of each shift, read and validate understanding of shift reports, new or updated Individualized Service Plans (ISPs), and lifestyle surveys by initialing them.
• Complete resident assignments specified in the ISP during the shift.
• Assist residents with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, meals, bowel and bladder functions, and participation in wellness programming.
• Conduct regular resident safety checks and report changes in residents’ conditions, including mental status, behavior, skin condition, and appetite.
• Assist at mealtimes with meal selection, serving, eating, clearing, and delivering room trays as needed or assigned.
• Safely transport and escort residents, assisting with transfers into and out of beds and wheelchairs and using proper lifting and transferring techniques.
• Respond compassionately to residents’ behavioral expressions and follow up as directed and according to policy.
• Complete resident program leadership and engagement assignments and encourage participation and enjoyment.
• Complete assigned housekeeping and laundry tasks for residents and the community.
• Manage oxygen tanks and concentrators to maintain prescribed levels when permitted by the state and properly trained.
• Respond promptly to resident alerts, emergencies, and requests to help keep residents safe and comfortable.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Promote teamwork and open communication through mentoring, coaching, and recognition program use, consistent with MBK principles and core values.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned or requested by the Supervisor or designee.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members.
• Financial and legal services.
• Educational loan assistance and scholarships.
• Team member discount programs.
• Resources to support physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
• Free meal per shift.
• Leadership development and live in-person, virtual, individual, and group training.
• Full-time team members: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; multiple 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 subject to state-specific programs and eligibility requirements; and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

What This Job Offers

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