Caregiver - PM

MBK Senior Living•Salt Lake, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver provides high-quality, hands-on care and services to residents in accordance with each resident’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP), while supporting their social and emotional well-being. The role assists residents with activities of daily living, including personal and dental hygiene, dressing, meals, mobility, toileting, and participation in wellness programming. Caregivers prioritize resident dignity, privacy, independence, safety, and confidentiality, and deliver compassionate service in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. The position is part-time and scheduled Thursday through Saturday, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The approximate pay range is $15–$17, depending on experience and certification. On-the-job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have current First Aid and CPR certifications, and Medication Management Certification if required by the state; certifications must be maintained through required training and ongoing education.
Must complete required background clearances and health screening, and provide negative TB test results within seven days of employment; the TB test must be from within the last six 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 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.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Dependability and respect for confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others.
Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight.
Ability to maintain a positive and professional image in accordance with company values.
Ability 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, and to assist with resident movement during routine transfers and emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Current Food Handler’s Card; training will be provided if required and not already held.
Nurse’s Aid Certification, unless required by the state.
One or more years of prior caregiving experience in a similar work environment; on-the-job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire.
CNA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly and kindly to resident needs while preserving each resident’s independence, dignity, safety, privacy, and confidentiality.
Review and acknowledge shift reports, new or updated Individualized Service Plans, and lifestyle surveys at the start of each shift.
Complete resident assignments specified in the ISP during the shift.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, hygiene, meals, toileting, continence products, and wellness programming.
Conduct regular resident safety checks and report changes in residents’ conditions, including mental status, behavior, skin condition, or appetite.
Assist with mealtime activities, including meal selection, serving, eating, clearing, and delivery of room trays as assigned.
Safely transfer and escort residents using proper lifting and transfer techniques, including to meals, wellness programs, and other destinations.
Respond compassionately to residents’ behavioral expressions and follow up according to direction and policy.
Lead or support assigned resident programs and encourage participation and enjoyment.
Complete assigned housekeeping and laundry tasks for residents and the community.
Manage oxygen tanks and concentrators according to physician-prescribed levels and state requirements when properly trained.
Respond promptly to resident alerts, emergencies, and requests, helping maintain residents’ safety and comfort.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests in accordance with safety standards and procedures.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
Promote teamwork and open communication, and use mentoring, coaching, and recognition programs in alignment with company principles and 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 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.
Competitive salaries.
Leadership development, live in-person training, virtual training, and individual and group training.
Full-time team members receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including multiple medical plan options and an HSA-eligible option with company contributions.
Full-time team members receive healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and commuter benefits.
Full-time team members receive company-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability benefits where applicable, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.