Certified Caregiver, Part-Time

MBK Senior Living • Gilbert, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Caregiver is a vital member of the community, providing quality care and services to residents. The role assists residents with activities of daily living, 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.

This part-time position is in the Memory Care Unit, with hours available Monday and Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Pay is $20.00 per hour or DOE. The position requires a certified caregiver.

MBK Senior Living describes its work as guided by Yoi Shigoto, a commitment to good, quality work, trust, high standards, and developing potential. The company says it has operated senior living communities for more than 30 years and currently owns and operates 35 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services throughout the Western United States. It identifies itself as an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

• Must be a certified caregiver.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications required; maintain certifications through training and ongoing education as required.
• Medication Management Certification required if required by the state.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must complete required background clearances and health screening, and provide negative TB test results within seven days of employment; the test must be from within the last six months.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to read, write, and speak English and follow written and spoken directions.
• Ability to interact effectively and tactfully 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.
• Dependability and respect for confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others.
• Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight and supervision.
• Must present 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.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds as necessary.
• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday in the community and between neighborhoods, and to assist with residents’ physical movement during routine transfers and emergencies.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and kindly to residents’ needs while maintaining their independence, self-respect, dignity, safety, privacy, and confidentiality.
• At the start of each shift, read and validate understanding of shift reporting, new or updated Individualized Service Plans, and lifestyle surveys by initialing.
• Complete resident assignments as directed in each Individualized Service Plan during the shift.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, hygiene, mealtime activities, bowel and bladder functions, and participation in wellness programming.
• Perform regular resident safety checks and report changes in residents’ mental status, behavior, skin condition, appetite, or other conditions.
• Assist at mealtimes as needed, including meal selection, serving, eating, clearing, and delivery of room trays.
• Safely transport residents 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 ensure prescribed levels, as permitted by state requirements and if properly trained.
• Respond promptly to resident alerts, emergencies, and requests, helping keep residents safe and comfortable.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests in accordance with safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Promote teamwork and open communication through mentoring, coaching, and recognition program use in alignment with MBK principles and core 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% for all team members.
• 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.
• Leadership development and live in-person, virtual, individual, and group training.
• Full-time team members additionally receive medical, dental, and vision coverage; multiple medical plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan with company contributions; healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts; commuter benefits; company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage; disability benefits where applicable and subject to state programs and eligibility; and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED