Caregiver - Maravilla Santa Barbara
About The Position
The Caregiver provides personalized assistance to residents with activities of daily living while encouraging self-care to the extent possible. The role includes delivering services according to each resident’s service plan, monitoring health needs, and assisting with medications when delegated by an LPN/LVN and permitted by state regulations. Caregivers help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable setting, provide housekeeping and laundry support, prepare and clean up after meals, and assist residents with programming activities. They respond promptly and kindly to residents, support high-quality care, participate in team meetings and in-service education, complete end-of-shift reports, and maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and a positive team environment. The position offers a range of full-time and part-time schedules across morning, evening, and overnight shifts. Compensation is $21.25–$22.50 per hour. Previous experience is required, though candidates who are eager to serve and learn may be trained. First Aid certification is required or must be completed within the first 30 days of employment.
Requirements
- Previous experience is required; CNA certification or caregiver experience is noted.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a proven track record of reliability.
- First Aid certification is required, or must be completed within the first 30 days of employment.
- Must be able to maintain alertness and responsibility during overnight hours if working an overnight schedule.
- Good physical and mental health.
- Basic reading and writing skills and ability to speak English.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and squat for prolonged periods.
- Ability to push and pull objects and frequently lift and carry up to 20 pounds unassisted; occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- Full use of hands, arms, and legs for resident care, writing, vacuuming, and light housekeeping.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with residents who have dementia.
- Knowledge and experience working with elderly people.
- First Aid and CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility, while promoting self-care where possible.
- Transfer and escort residents as needed, including assisting them into and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Provide resident services and monitor needs according to service plans, including personal care and health needs.
- Assist residents with medications when delegated by an LPN/LVN and in accordance with state regulations.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment, including performing housekeeping and laundry tasks.
- Set up meals and clean up afterward.
- Customize supportive services to residents’ and families’ needs and preferences.
- Conduct or assist residents with programming activities.
- Help ensure high-quality resident care and recommend ways to improve it.
- Participate in in-service education and team meetings.
- Promote a positive working environment and teamwork.
- Ensure residents’ ancillary supplies are properly charged to them.
- Complete end-of-shift reports.
- Maintain a professional appearance, manner, and approach while on duty.
- Respond to residents’ needs promptly and kindly.
- Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding resident and family information.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Career growth opportunities
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted meals
- Referral bonuses
- Benefits supporting employees on and off the job
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
