Caregiver @ The Kensington

Kisco Senior Living • Walnut Creek, CA

2d • $22 - $23

About The Position

The Caregiver at Kisco Kensington administers medication or assists residents with self-administration and coordinates resident treatments. The role provides assistance with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and supporting each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being. The schedule is part time, with AM, PM, or NOC shifts, and the stated pay is $22/$23 per hour.

Caregivers observe residents and report changes in condition, document care, assist with medication management, and perform resident support tasks such as tracking vital signs and weight, diabetic testing or insulin injections where state rules allow, ambulation, and general activities. They contribute to resident-centered wellness programs, work collaboratively across the community, maintain regulatory and company standards, and support resident dignity, safety, and satisfaction.

Employment offers are subject to the company’s pre-employment process, including a drug screen, job-specific physical, TB test, and background check. The company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements.

Requirements

• Be a high school graduate.
• Complete a state-approved Nursing Assistant course if required.
• Be at least 21 years of age or meet state requirements.
• Have current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Complete the training and/or certification required by the state for assisting with medications.
• Be knowledgeable about pertinent regulations for monitoring and licensing the residence.
• Have basic competency using multiple forms of technology, including Microsoft Office, internet-based applications, and custom applications.
• Be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Bring a positive attitude and be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Observe residents for changes in condition and report them to the Care Services Director, Resident Care Coordinator (RCC), Dementia Care Coordinator (DCC), or an appropriate physician.
• Assist residents with simple requests or find an appropriate associate to help.
• Learn resident preferences to provide exemplary customer service, exceed expectations, and enhance satisfaction.
• Document and report changes of condition using company resident-care forms.
• Set up medications and assist residents with medication.
• Log medications received from pharmacies, verify physician orders, and promptly communicate concerns.
• Track medications and reorder as needed.
• Track vital signs, weight, diabetic testing and/or insulin injections where permitted by state law, ambulation, and general activities.
• Follow regulatory and company policies for medication destruction as directed by the physician, pharmacy, or Care Services Director.
• Document and remove medications discontinued by a resident’s physician.
• Support, lead, and participate in resident-centered wellness programs.
• Help maintain each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, and personal safety.
• Assist resident assistants as needed when primary tasks are complete.
• Track needed supplies and communicate needs to the Care Services Director or RCC/DCC.
• Work collaboratively within the department and across the community.
• Support open and honest communication among associates.
• Maintain appropriate 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 report issues or concerns immediately.
• Support continuous improvement and adhere to applicable regulations, laws, Kisco standards, and the Associate Handbook.
• Understand and support the community sales process.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• A 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