Caregiver (Full-Time and Part-Time Available)

Why do 94% of our residents recommend our communities to friends and family? Our people make the difference. Sunshine Retirement Living was founded 10 years ago with a vision of creating safe and happy homes for seniors all over the country by a family with three generations of experience in senior care. Our mission that is focused on “People, Passion, and Excellence” is more than a statement. It’s a tangible experience our team creates by providing compassionate, exceptional service to our residents, and collaborative, positive support to each other. This person-centered approach has helped us create healthy communities where both our residents and employees thrive.

Our employees receive great benefits including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, as well as 401(k), Teladoc, DailyPay and LifeBalance programs, and more. If you’re looking for a job that truly makes a difference in the lives of people with a lifetime of meaningful stories to tell—and provides you with the opportunity to make one-on-one connections with co-workers and residents—we encourage you to join our team. Learn more about your new role below.

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

As a Caregiver, you embody our principle of Person-Centered care and support our mission statement through People, Passion, and Excellence by providing the highest standard of care and customer service.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Six months of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Appropriate certification, as required by state
• Current and valid first aid and CPR certification
• Demonstrated ability to communicate politely and effectively (in English), both verbally and in writing, with residents and staff
• Meet state related requirements (if applicable to position)
• Ability to work in a team setting and be a team player
• Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach with coworkers and residents
• Possess excellent customer and organizational skills
• Ability to work under time constraints with little supervision and meet department deadlines.
• Previous experience in senior living, preferred
• Satisfactorily pass Sunshine’s and state regulated criminal record clearance, health screening and TB clearance (if applicable)

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. Promote activities to enthusiastically to pique residents’ interest
• Immediately respond to resident emergencies; provide first aid assistance; debrief and document incident following company procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor
• Monitor health, safety, and well-being of the residents. Promptly report any changes in resident’s physical condition and/or behavior to Health Services Director
• Accurately maintain resident records regarding medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, and observations
• Properly store medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderly. Ensures prescription label and storage procedures meet state standard
• Properly follow shift-change procedures and documentation
• Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating
• Assist in keeping the environment safe and happy for residents

OTHER JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non-perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community Management, or others
• Meet the assigned work requirements of the job. Regular attendance is required
• Serve as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitude
• Represent the Community in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner
• Adhere to dress/appearance code. Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisor
• Adhere to and follow company policies, procedures, and standards
• Promote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all times
• Maintain personnel, resident, and business proprietary and/or confidential matters/material in strict confidence with management of the company (and/or other company staff as needed)
• Maintains certifications as necessary such as First Aid, to fulfill state regulations (if applicable)
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities MP123

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All new residents are admitted after a negative COVID test. We use ionized air filtering. All employees & authorized visitors are allowed entrance after undergoing a questionnaire screening & temp check. Fully stocked PPE & cleaning supplies.

Experience:

• Caregiving: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

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

Work Location: One location