Caregiver Part-Time

Asbury Village • Lubbock, TX

3h • Onsite

About The Position

When you work at Carillon Senior Living, you’ll notice that it’s more than a place to retire, it’s a thriving community of seniors who are passionate about West Texas values, the Lubbock community and all things Texas Tech. It’s a uniquely uplifting community where active older adults enjoy vibrant living, rewarding opportunities, exceptional hospitality, and great friendships. We just celebrated 50 years of serving Lubbock and West Texas as a trusted senior living community. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. We are currently seeking an experienced Caregiver to join our team. If you’re looking for a different perspective on healthcare and senior living come join us today!

Requirements

• Has compassion for senior citizens
• Able to work with moderate to heavy physical effort 95% of the workday
• Able to stand and walk long distances up to 8 hours per day
• Able to stoop and work from a kneeling position, perform repetitive bending, reaching, and stretching
• Able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. independently
• Able to operate a vacuum, work in confined spaces around furniture and breakable objects, and have constant contact with residents
• Able to handle unpleasant odors, high heat levels, and institutional cleaning chemicals
• Has effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Able to handle a multiplicity of routine tasks, following specific instructions carefully and general instructions completely
• Holds a high school diploma or GED or is in the process of obtaining diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Assist all residents/clients with a high quality of personal care, including but not limited to; bathing, dressing, grooming, shaving, incontinent care, foot care, vital signs, height and weight checks per policy
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• If requested by the client or responsible party, verbally reminding client to take routine medications
• Accompanying clients to doctor appointments, recreational outings or shopping
• Communication skills including giving report to on-coming Caregiver
• Observation, reporting and documentation of client status and the services provided
• Basic infection control procedures
• Helping maintain a clean and safe environment
• Physical, emotional and developmental characteristics of the population served, including the need for respect for the client, his privacy and property
• Food preparation and household chores
• Assist residents with mealtime - cuts food, encourages to eat
• Complete and document shift assignments as assigned, if unable to complete, report to Caregiver Manager
• Communicate to residents, families, Department Heads and the Director of Resident Services / Health & Wellness Navigator when needed
• Provide activities as planned and/or directed.
• Quick response to calls and emergencies
• Attendance and participation in staff meetings
• Complete, accurate and timely documentation
• Other tasks as assigned by manager /director

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement & scholarship opportunities
• Employee Referral Program resulting in $300-$500 for each successful employment referral
• Offering Everyday Pay!
• continual professional training and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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