Caregiver
About The Position
Caregivers are key members of Country Meadows’ direct-care team and provide one-on-one support to residents with daily routines, socialization, and overall well-being. The role focuses on helping residents organize and enjoy their days, building companionship, and supporting residents and their families with patience, compassion, and empathy. Caregivers may also use Point of Service technology to obtain meal orders. The posting lists a full-time 7 a.m.–3 p.m. shift and part-time and weekend-only 3 p.m.–11 p.m. shifts. The position is located at Country Meadows in Frederick, Maryland. Pay is $17.50–$21.50 per hour based on experience, with opportunities for evening and overnight shift differentials. Country Meadows describes itself as a family-owned private company based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, with over 2,500 co-workers and more than 30 years of service to seniors.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Effective communication skills, including careful listening, sensitivity to others’ thoughts and feelings, and timely, accurate reporting of changes.
- Compassion and patience in personal interactions.
- Ability to perform the physical tasks required for the role.
- Comfort working in a pet-friendly environment.
- Ability to understand and speak English at a level that allows safe and efficient job performance.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with their daily routines and help them live their lives to the fullest.
- Build bonds with residents through companionship.
- Show patience, compassion, and empathy when engaging with residents and their families.
- Assist residents in organizing their day and activities and help them enjoy themselves.
- Use Point of Service technology to obtain meal orders from residents as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience.
- Length-of-service bonus awards.
- PayActiv on-demand pay.
- Medical coverage through Highmark Blue Shield.
- Vision and dental coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off with rollover of unused time.
- Paid holidays, including the employee’s birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning.
- Supplemental life insurance.
- Company-paid short-term disability.
- Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans.
- Family and medical leave.
- Paid bereavement and jury duty leave.
- Wellness reimbursement incentives.
- Discounted $2 meals on company campuses.
- Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement.
- On-the-job training and continuing education.
- Employee assistance program for employees and their families.
- Co-worker Foundation grants for times of need.
- Interest-free Helping Hand loans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
