Caregiver (part-time)

PACS•Ramsey, MN

22d

About The Position

Columbia Place Assisted Living & Memory Care is seeking compassionate, dependable, and hardworking Caregivers to support residents in assisted living and memory care. Caregivers assist with residents’ daily needs while helping them maintain independence and quality of life. The role involves building relationships, providing companionship, and helping residents feel safe, comfortable, and cared for with dignity, kindness, and respect. Caregivers provide individualized support based on residents’ needs and preferences, follow service plans and safety procedures, observe and report changes in residents’ conditions, and document care in an electronic health record system. They work with coworkers, nurses, supervisors, and other departments to provide consistent care. Previous experience is preferred but not required; training is available for the right candidate.

Requirements

A compassionate attitude and genuine desire to care for seniors.
Dependability, punctuality, and commitment to excellent resident care.
Strong communication skills and ability to work well with others.
Patience, empathy, and ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
Willingness to learn and follow established care procedures.
Ability to recognize changes in resident conditions and communicate concerns promptly.
Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation.
Ability to safely assist residents with mobility and personal care tasks.
Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and assistance with resident activities and mobility, including transfers and use of appropriate equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Previous caregiving, assisted living, memory care, or healthcare experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene.
Provide compassionate, respectful, individualized care based on residents’ needs and preferences.
Assist residents with mobility, transfers, repositioning, and safe use of walkers, wheelchairs, and other mobility equipment.
Respond promptly to resident call lights and requests for assistance.
Assist residents with meals, hydration, and snacks as needed.
Help maintain clean, comfortable, and organized resident living spaces.
Provide companionship, emotional support, and meaningful interactions.
Observe and report changes in residents’ physical, mental, or emotional conditions to the nursing team.
Accurately document care provided using the electronic health record system.
Follow individualized service plans, safety procedures, and infection prevention practices.
Assist with welcoming new residents and helping them feel comfortable.
Communicate with coworkers, nurses, supervisors, and other departments to support consistent, quality care.
Protect resident privacy and confidentiality while promoting dignity, independence, and personal choice.
Promptly report resident concerns, incidents, or suspected abuse according to facility policies and applicable requirements.