What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Avamere?
Caregiver
Status: Full-time, Part-time & PRN Available
Shifts Available: Weekday and Weekend Shifts Available 6a-2p or 2p-10p
Location: The Pearl at Kruse Way - 4550 Carman Dr. Lake Oswego, OR 97035 - (503) 675-6055
Apply online at TeamAvamere.com
As a caregiver with Avamere, you join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. This is more than a job – it’s a place where our team members build lasting relationships with patients and residents, their families, and fellow team members.
At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
- 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
- EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
- Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
- Generous employee referral bonus program.
- Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
- Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
Responsibilities
- Care for residents and assist in updating each resident’s service plan
- Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating
- Assist with the Life Enrichment Program and encourage residents to participate in activities
- Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and foster a calm and cheerful environment
- Document and communicate any changes pertaining to residents and complete all reports in a timely matter
- Assist in providing a safe environment for residents
- Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly and provide first aid assistance and specialized caregiving as needed
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Qualifications
- Have knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elders
- Possess a passion for caregiving and a desire to help others
- Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
- Must have an active CPR/BLS Certification.
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 503
