Nursing MC - Caregiver - Per Diem

Cascadia Senior Living • Olympia, WA

1d • $20 - $26

About The Position

Caregivers create a joyful and vibrant community by providing care, support, and companionship to residents. The role assists seniors with activities of daily living and helps ensure their safety, well-being, and comfort in accordance with company policies and state regulations. Caregivers collaborate with residents, families, nurses, and other staff, while treating residents with respect, dignity, and empathy and promoting their independence and autonomy.

The position includes personal care, meal preparation, mobility support, companionship, light housekeeping, safety monitoring, communication, and documentation. Caregivers also participate in ongoing training and required meetings, keep current on assigned tasks, respond calmly to challenging situations or emergencies, and perform other duties as assigned.

The role requires the ability to lift and assist residents with mobility, including lifting 25 to 40 pounds constantly and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Employees regularly sit and talk or hear; frequently use their hands and arms to handle, feel, and reach; occasionally stand and walk; frequently reach below shoulder height; and occasionally kneel, stoop, or squat. The position requires standing for 6 out of 8 hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous caregiving experience, preferably in senior care.
• Completion of required caregiver training and certifications, if applicable.
• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature, with a special interest in working with the senior population.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and assist with residents’ mobility as needed.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Current First Aid and CPR card.
• Current Food Handlers card.
• Ability to pass a criminal background and fingerprint check.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability, with an aptitude to learn company applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting as needed.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks while considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Help residents with mobility, transfers, and exercises to support their physical health.
• Engage residents in conversations, games, and activities and provide emotional support and companionship.
• Perform light housekeeping, including laundry and cleaning, and maintain a safe living environment.
• Monitor residents for potential hazards or emergencies and respond appropriately.
• Communicate with residents, families, and team members about residents’ well-being.
• Accurately document care provided, changes in residents’ conditions, incidents, and observations.
• Treat residents with respect, dignity, and empathy, promoting their independence and autonomy.
• Participate in ongoing training, education, required meetings, and trainings; stay current on assigned tasks and duties.
• Collaborate with caregivers, nurses, and other staff members to provide a cohesive and caring environment.
• Handle challenging situations or emergencies calmly and effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on relevant years of experience and education/certification requirements.
• Night-shift differential.
• Bonus.
• Shift coverage bonus offered as needed.
• Sick time accrues at 0.025 hours for every hour worked and is available for use after 90 days.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) after 12 months and 1,000 hours worked, with semi-annual enrollment and an annual employer discretionary contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cascadia Assistance Fund for financial help with hardships or continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED