HS Caregiver VH

MBK Senior Living•Clearfield, UT

About The Position

The Caregiver is a vital member of the community, providing high-quality care and services to residents. The role assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including personal and dental hygiene, transportation to meals and activities, and bodily functions. Caregivers provide hands-on care while supporting residents’ social and emotional well-being with compassion and superior customer service, following each resident’s Individualized Service Plan and prioritizing dignity, privacy, and safety in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines. The position is scheduled monthly. Caregivers complete assigned resident care, safety checks, mealtime support, transportation and transfers, engagement activities, housekeeping, and laundry. They respond to alerts and emergencies, observe and report changes in residents’ condition, and help maintain a safe, secure community environment. They are also expected to communicate and work collaboratively, comply with relevant regulations and company policies, and perform other duties or projects as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Current First Aid and CPR certifications required; maintain them through training and ongoing education as required.
Medication Management Certification required if required by the state, and must be maintained through required training and ongoing education.
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.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and follow written and spoken directions.
Ability to interact effectively and tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to make sound independent decisions when circumstances warrant, remain calm, and manage stressful or emergency situations effectively.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Dependable, respectful of confidentiality, and respectful of others’ rights and privacy.
Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight and supervision.
Must display a positive and professional image in accordance 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.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday within the community and between neighborhoods.
Ability to assist with residents’ physical movement during routine transfers and emergencies.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year 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 maintaining residents’ independence, self-respect, dignity, safety, privacy, and confidentiality.
At the start of each shift, read and confirm understanding of shift reports, new or updated Individualized Service Plans (ISPs), and lifestyle surveys by initialing them.
Complete resident assignments specified in the ISP during the work shift.
Assist residents with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, mealtime activities, bowel and bladder functions, and participation in wellness programming.
Perform regular resident safety checks and report changes in residents’ conditions, including mental status, behavior, skin condition, or appetite.
Assist at mealtimes with meal selection, serving, eating, clearing, and delivering room trays as needed or assigned.
Transport residents safely by assisting with transfers into and out of beds and wheelchairs using proper techniques, and escorting residents to meals, wellness programs, and other destinations as needed or requested.
Respond compassionately to residents’ behavioral expressions and follow up as directed and according to policy.
Complete resident program leadership and engagement assignments, encouraging participation and enjoyment.
Complete assigned housekeeping and laundry tasks for residents and the community.
Manage oxygen tanks and concentrators to maintain levels prescribed by the physician, as allowed by the state and if properly trained.
Respond promptly to resident alerts, emergencies, and requests to keep residents safe and comfortable.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
Understand and comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
Promote teamwork and open communication through mentoring, coaching, and use of recognition programs, in alignment 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 (EAP) for employees and household members.
Financial and legal services.
Educational Loan Assistance and Scholarships.
Team Member Discount Programs.
Resources to support physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
Free meal per shift.
Full-time team members receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Multiple medical plan options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA)-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 (AD&D) 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 for full-time team members.
Competitive salaries.
Leadership development, live in-person training, virtual training, and individual and group trainings.