AM Caregiver

AM Caregiver – Assisted Living Facility (ALF)

We are seeking a dependable, compassionate, and hardworking AM Caregiver to join our team. This role provides direct care and support to our residents in a professional, respectful, and person-centered manner. Typical AM shift hours are 7:00am–3:00pm. Our residents value high-quality care, and this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

Responsibilities

Resident Care & ADLs

• Assist residents with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, hygiene, eating, and mobility.
• Provide safe assistance with transfers, ambulation, and use of assistive devices.
• Monitor and report changes in condition, behavior, or cognitive status.

Medication Assistance

• Administer or assist with medications per Minnesota ALF training and facility policy.
• Accurately document medication administration in the EMAR.
• Report medication errors or concerns immediately.

Health & Safety

• Follow infection control procedures, including PPE and hand hygiene.
• Respond promptly to call lights, alarms, and emergency situations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents.

Housekeeping & Supportive Tasks

• Complete light housekeeping related to resident care: tidying rooms, laundry, changing linens, etc.
• Assist with meal service, food delivery, and clean-up as needed.
• Support residents with activities, exercises, or social engagement.

Communication & Documentation

• Document care tasks accurately and timely.
• Communicate effectively with nurses, leadership, and coworkers regarding resident needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA and MN ALF privacy requirements.

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Participate in shift reporting and team communication.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and supportive presence.
• Attend trainings, in-services, and meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Must receive a “not disqualified” result from the MN Department of Human Services Background Study
• Must provide valid identification verifying eligibility to work in the United States.
• Must complete TB screening per state requirements.
• Must be willing to submit to drug testing if required by facility policy.
• Must notify employer if you are ever placed on an exclusion list.
• Must complete required Assisted Living training (orientation, vulnerable adult training, medication administration training if applicable).

Physical Demands

• Ability to move throughout the workday, including long periods of walking or standing.
• Adequate vision and hearing to provide safe resident care.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, reach overhead, and assist with transferring residents.
• Ability to lift up to 35–50 lbs with proper technique (aligned with caregiver job expectations).
• Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress associated with caregiving.
• Must be able to work assigned shifts, including weekends or holidays as scheduled.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous caregiver, PCA, CNA, or home health experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Strong communication, compassion, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions, provide quality care, and maintain professionalism.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20