Assistant Caregiver
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Assistant CaregiverAt MBK Senior Living, we're committed to putting people first - our residents and team members. Exceeding expectations and enriching lives drives our day-to-day. And it's all powered by Yoi Shigoto, a Japanese concept that translates to good, quality work. It's more than a mantra. It's part of our company-wide commitment to build trust, set high standards, and develop potential in ourselves and others!Whether you're looking for a flexible, part-time job or the pathway to a lasting career, you'll find it here at MBK Senior Living-and a whole lot more! When you join the MBK Senior Living team, you'll enjoy:-Impacting lives and building lasting relationships-Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care-A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates yoursuccess-A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service-Competitive salaries-Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and ExecutiveDirector in Training Programs-Education loan assistance & scholarships-Financial and legal services-Team Member discounts-Health and Wellness resourcesFull-time benefits include:-Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%-Childcare and eldercare assistance-Flexible spending accountsIf you're looking for a place where you can make an impact, find purpose and joy, and receive the training, tools, and support to reach your career goals - look no further, apply today!Job DescriptionPay Rate: $18Schedule variesJob Summary: The purpose of this position is to help the Caregivers assist with daily functions of the residents and to provide a broad range of support services to ensure these residents have the best quality of life possible during their stay here. This is an entry-level position designed for training while an individual is working to obtain his or her Caregiver certification. This position will be under the direct supervision of a Certified Caregiver at all times. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/ or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Job Duties:All tasks assigned to an Assistant Caregiver will be under the supervision of the Certified Caregivers on duty, the Director of Health Services (DHS) and the Executive Director.- Complete daily work assignments as given by the Med Tech or DHS.- Help residents with showers, dressing and other ADLs as directed.- Perform light housekeeping for residents as necessary.- Spend any downtime interacting with residents, either by participating in an activity or visiting one on one in their apartments. - Perform basic housekeeping in cottage, shower area and other public places in the building as directed. - Assist in resident meal preparation and clean up as directed.- Report any issues with residents or fellow Team Members to your DHS.- Ability to work harmoniously with peers, and to deal respectfully with residents, their family members and visitors.- Direct questions from outside persons (doctors, family members, etc) to Certified Caregivers on duty, the DHS and the Executive Director - Report verbally and in writing on individual resident's abilities and potential changes to the service needs.- Assist other departments as needed to ensure a safe working environment is maintained. This includes reporting safety hazards promptly.- Present oneself in a professional manner. - Willingness to adapt to the changing demands of this position. - Be helpful and polite to residents and staff, understanding of their needs and respect their privacy, personal property and confidentiality. - Keep your areas of responsibility clean, neat and organized. - Cooperate with and be polite to all Team Members, family and visitors.- Other duties as assigned by Certified Caregivers on duty, the DHS and the Executive Director.Knowledge and Skills:- Ability to use proper transfer procedures and body mechanics.- Ability to read and interpret written procedures and directions.- Ability to lift, bend, stretch, squat, stand and other movements to perform resident assistant functions and reach in confined spaces. - Possess manual dexterity adequate for care purposes.- Ability to transfer residents with appropriate assistance. - Ability to read, comprehend and follow written instructions and company policies.- Ability to read, understand and discuss individual resident service needs and the services to be provided on a scheduled and on-call basis. - Ability to complete ongoing education and maintain certification.Requirements:- Must be at least 16 years old (cannot obtain Caregiver certification until the age of 18)- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED). - Must have current Food Handler's Card, Adult CPR and Basic First Aid Training.- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine report and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before small groups of residents, family or staff.Physical Demands:- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; talk or hear: and taste or smell. The Team Member is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. - The Team Member must occasionally lift and/ or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.- Expected to respond to emergency situations involving the safety of residents, other Team Members and the facility. This includes the ability physically assist with the possible evacuation of non-ambulatory residents.Inspiring people, creating experiences, and supporting goals are just a few ways MBK Senior Living creates a positive work environment. It's how we support our team members, serve our residents, and achieve our pursuit - to be the senior living provider of choice in each market we serve.MBK Senior Living has pursued this goal for more than 30 years. Currently, the company owns and operates 35 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services in senior living communities throughout the Western United States. We're proud to have been ranked among the Top 50 Best Workplaces in Aging Services by Fortune magazine and certified as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2017. HIPAA Disclosure:All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an Excluded Party as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those laws relating you an associates' professional license.MBK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason. Our company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ...@mbk.com. Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents: An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding, team members must not be considered an Excluded Party as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, any state Medicaid Programs, and any additional federal and state government contract programs. If, as a team member, you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. Other Regulatory Requirements: If employed at one of our senior living communities, team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company, including, but not limited to, as applicable, state licensing regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Resident Rights as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and any other federal or state laws relating to team members' professional licenses.HIPAA Disclosure:All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an Excluded Party as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those laws relating you an associates' professional license.