Caregiver (Part Time - Memory Care)

Kisco Senior Living•Anaheim, CA

About The Position

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

Requirements

High school education or GED equivalent preferred.
Must 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.
First Aid certification and CPR, if required.

Nice To Haves

Nursing assistant course recommended.
Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) is desirable.

Responsibilities

Monitor residents’ general well-being and promptly report changes in condition to the appropriate associate or department.
Respond to residents’ simple requests or connect them with an appropriate associate.
Learn residents’ preferences to provide exemplary customer service and enhance resident 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, including walkers, wheelchairs, and hearing aids.
Encourage residents’ self-care.
Document care provided according to 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 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 established policies and procedures.
Greet and direct family members, potential residents, prospects, and other individuals to appropriate staff contacts.
Assist with and participate in community special events and marketing events.
Support residents’ 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 with and between associates.
Work as part of the team within the department and across the community.
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and name tag.
Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies.
Ensure regulatory compliance and immediately report issues or concerns to a supervisor.
Support continuous improvement.
Follow all regulations, laws, and company standards, including the Associate Handbook.
Understand and support the community sales process.
Perform other related duties as required.