Location

onsite, Tigard, OR, United States

Commitment

Full Time

Level

Junior (<2 years)

Required skills

Activities of Daily Living AssistancePersonal Hygiene AssistanceMobility AssistanceMeal AssistanceEmotional SupportCompanionshipHousekeepingHealth MonitoringVital Signs MonitoringElectronic Medical Records DocumentationResident SafetyConfidentialityCommunicationCPR and First AidFood Handling

Job Description

Caregiver

Full-Time Day Shift 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday through Wednesday or Friday through Tuesday

Full-Time EVE Shift 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM Friday through Tuesday

Location

Washington Gardens Memory Care, 9000 SW 91st Avenue, Tigard, Oregon 97223

Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com

Job Summary

The caregiver's duties encompass a wide range of tasks, including assisting with activities of daily living, emotional support, housekeeping, and ensuring the resident's safety and well-being.

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):

  • Personal Hygiene: Helping with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Mobility Assistance: Supporting residents with walking, transferring, and using mobility aids.
  • Meal Preparation: Assisting with setting up meals, cutting up food if needed, and removing trays from rooms.

Emotional Support and Companionship:

  • Providing Emotional Support: Offering empathy, listening to residents, and providing encouragement.
  • Companionship: Engaging in conversations, activities, and social interactions to combat loneliness and isolation.

Housekeeping:

Maintaining a clean and safe environment, including laundry, cleaning, and tidying up.

Health Monitoring and Medical Advocacy:

Observing residents for changes in health, reporting concerns to medical professionals, and monitoring vital signs.

Other:

  • Answer resident calls for assistance timely.
  • Maintain a clean, comfortable, and safe work environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
  • Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
  • Maintain a safe work environment. Report safety concerns in the resident apartments to the supervisor.
  • Assists with the orientation of new residents and staff when assigned.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Prefer experience as a Caregiver in a Memory Care Unit and or Assisted Living Facility.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a Food Handler’s Card.
  • Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests.
  • A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors.
  • Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.

Health Insurance:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week.

401(k) Retirement Plan:

with discretionary employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO):

and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy:

Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance

Health Savings Account (HSA):

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)

Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options:

Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services.

Ready to join the team?

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