Caregiver for Elderly

Job description

The Palms at San Lauren assisted living is located in Bakersfield! 68 unit assisted living/memory care built in 2019. Currently seeking Full time caregiver for PM shift(2pm-10pm) and Part time Caregiver for NOC shift.

Qualifications

• CPR/First aid (Required)

• US work authorization (Required)

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Due to new state licensing requirements proof of the covid vaccine is required before starting to work at our memory care/assisted living facilities.

Our caregivers build meaningful relationships with the seniors and their families and will be part of a team that strives to care for and support their residents the same way they would care for their own loved ones.

We are looking for people who want to join our growing team and help enrich the lives of our seniors.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Options
• 401(k)
• Holiday Pay
• $500 Signing Bonus - Paid after 90 days of employment!!
• We are growing with many opportunities for career advancement
• Part time on call
• We run a 4 - 2 rotating schedule (meaning you work 4 days and have 2 days off perpetually, and this will make your 2 days off will rotate by 1 day each week i.e. week 1 Sun Mon off, week 2 Sat Sun off, week 3 Fri Sat off).

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• PM shift (2 pm - 10 pm)
• NOC Shift (10pm-6am)

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Caregiver you will be required to assist residents with daily living needs, which include but are not limited to the following:

• To assist with light housekeeping in the Resident’s rooms, bathrooms as well as community common areas.

• Assisting residents with everyday grooming, hygiene, bathing, helping in & out of bed.

• Assist residents who have been incontinent of both bowel & bladder, including making sure they are clean & placing them in fresh clothing, as well as washing the soiled garments immediately, & cleaning the surrounding area(s).

• Answer community business phones.

• Intervening in unsafe or inadequate care and reporting same to Care Coordinator or Supervisor on-duty. As well as watching and reporting evidence of elder abuse, mistreatment, or neglect as outlined in Personnel Policies.

• You will be required to keep records and chart on all residents who have been provided care.
• Provide safe transfers, positioning and turning of Residents using effective body mechanics.
• Observes and reports resident physical and emotional condition changes to the Care Coordinator.
• Demonstrating good practice of infectious control.

• Supporting Resident’s Rights by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of Residents.

• Be available to answer questions by family members.

OUR REQUIREMENTS:

• Due to our Licensing we are required to have a clear LiveScan clean of convictions or active arrests for all of our employees in order to be hired.

The LiveScan is required when applicants are candidates for positions that place them in a position of trust for some of California’s most vulnerable citizens, including elderly and dependent adults and children, it is vital for the licensing authority to be aware of convictions or active arrests to avoid exposing clients in care to unnecessary harm.

We will pay for this and help you set up the appointment.

If you have had a LiveScan in the past 2 years please let us know.

• Must pass a COVID test

We use CVS rapid test and LHI for our COVID TESTS, for more info:

https://www.solanocounty.com/depts/ph/coronavirus_links/faq___community_testing_sites.asp

• Must have a TB test and we ask that you get a flu shot.

Good physical health shall be verified by a health screening performed by a physician not more than (6) months prior to or (7) days after employment. This certification must verify that the Caregiver has no communicable diseases, open lesions, or any other health problem, which could interfere with the individual’s job performance

• Must have current Adult First Aid card at the time of employment and maintain throughout the length of employment.
• Candidate must be at least 18 years of age. Shall have a high school diploma or equivalent. Able to read, write, understand and communicate in English
• Possesses clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive and energetic attitude.
• Professional in appearance and conduct.
• Must have dependable transportation and be able to work varying hours as needed, nights, holidays, and weekends.

• This job may require the employee to lift in excess of 25 pounds on occasion, which is a qualification for this position. It may also require the mandatory use of a gait belt and the wearing of a back brace for more difficult residents.
• You will be expected to report to work on time or give the Care Coordinator or Administrator adequate notice if you are unable to show for work: at least four (4) hours’ notice.
• Participate in mandatory on-going education and in-service training.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Application Question(s):

• When applicants are candidates for positions that place them in a position of trust for some of California’s most vulnerable citizens, including elderly and dependent adults and children, it is vital for the licensing authority to be aware of convictions or active arrests to avoid exposing clients in care to unnecessary harm. This is done by giving your fingerprints via a LiveScan. Will this be a problem for you?

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR/First aid (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Job Type: Full time/ Part-time

COVID-19 considerations:
Currently following all guidelines

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location