Caregiver

MBK Senior Living•Riverside, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver is a member of the senior living community team who provides hands-on care and services to residents according to each resident’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP). The role assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including personal and dental hygiene, dressing, bathing, mealtime activities, bathroom needs, transfers, and transportation to meals and activities. Caregivers support residents’ social and emotional well-being with compassion and strong customer service while preserving dignity, privacy, independence, safety, and confidentiality and following applicable policies, regulations, and guidelines. The position also includes monitoring residents’ safety and condition, responding to requests and emergencies, supporting wellness and engagement programming, completing assigned housekeeping and laundry, and maintaining a safe environment. Oxygen equipment may be managed when properly trained and as permitted by state requirements. The listed schedule is part-time, 2 p.m.–10 p.m. Sunday through Tuesday, with pay of $18–$18.50.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must complete required background clearances and health screening and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment; the test must be from within the last 6 months.
Must have current First Aid and CPR certifications and maintain them through required training and ongoing education.
Medication Management Certification is required if required by the state and must be maintained through required training and ongoing education.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and follow written and spoken directions.
Must interact effectively and tactfully with personnel, residents, families, and guests from diverse backgrounds.
Must be able to make sound independent decisions, remain calm, and manage stressful or emergency situations effectively.
Must have strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Must be dependable and respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others.
Must be able and willing to work independently without day-to-day oversight and supervision.
Must present a positive, professional image consistent with MBK values.
Must be mobile and able to walk, bend, kneel, squat, pull, reach overhead, and perform repetitive motions.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds as necessary.
Must be able to move throughout the workday in the community and between neighborhoods and assist with residents’ physical movement during routine transfers and emergencies.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Respond promptly and kindly to resident needs while respecting residents’ 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 according to each resident’s ISP.
Assist residents with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, mealtime activities, bowel and bladder functions, and wellness programming.
Conduct regular resident safety checks and report changes in residents’ conditions, including mental status, behavior, skin condition, and appetite.
Assist at mealtimes with meal selection, serving, eating, clearing, and delivering room trays as assigned.
Safely assist residents with transfers into and out of beds and wheelchairs, use proper lifting and transfer techniques, and escort residents to meals, wellness programs, and other destinations as needed.
Respond compassionately to residents’ behavioral expressions and follow up according to direction and policy.
Lead and engage residents in assigned programs, encouraging 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 ensure residents are safe and comfortable.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests by following established standards, policies, and procedures.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
Support teamwork and open communication through mentoring, coaching, and recognition practices aligned with MBK 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.
For full-time team members: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
For full-time team members: multiple medical plan options, including a Health Savings Account-eligible plan with company contributions.
For full-time team members: healthcare and dependent-care Flexible Spending Accounts.
For full-time team members: commuter benefits.
For full-time team members: company-paid life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage.
For full-time team members: disability benefits where applicable and subject to state-specific programs and eligibility requirements.
For full-time team members: voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Leadership development, live in-person training, virtual training, and individual and group training.
Competitive salaries.