What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caring Caregivers Needed position at Belleview Heights Memory Care?
POSITION DESCRIPTIONJob Title: CaregiverSupervisor: Health Services Coordinator/Health Services DirectorFLSA Status: Hourly, non-exemptDate Approved: September 2025OVERALL JOB PURPOSEAs 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. In assisted living and memory care, you foster independence, dignity, and safety while offering compassionate support tailored to residents’ cognitive and physical abilities.MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or equivalent is requiredSix months of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experienceAppropriate certification, as required by stateCurrent and valid first aid and CPR certificationDemonstrated ability to communicate politely and effectively (in English), both verbally and in writing, with residents and staffMeet state-related requirements (if applicable to position)Ability to work in a team setting and be a team playerMaintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach with coworkers and residentsPossess excellent customer and organizational skillsAbility to work under time constraints with little supervision and meet department deadlines.Previous experience in senior living, preferredSatisfactorily pass Sunshine’s and state-regulated criminal record clearance, health screening andTB clearance (if applicable)Training or willingness to train in dementia care practices (validation, redirection, and engagement strategies ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMonitor health, safety, and well-being of the residents. Promptly report any changes in resident’sphysical condition and/or behavior to Health Services Director or Health Services CoordinatorProperly follow shift-change procedures and documentationAssist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eatingSupport residents with memory loss by using patients, empathy, and specialized communication techniquesAssist in keeping the environment safe and happy for residentsEncourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. Promote purposeful, individualized engagement that supports dignity and cognitive abilities.Immediately respond to resident emergencies; provide first aid assistance; debrief and document incident following company proceduresPerforms other duties as assigned by SupervisorOTHER JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPerform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non- perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community Management, or othersMeet the assigned work requirements of the job. Regular attendance is requiredServe as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitudeRepresent the Community in a professional, courteous, and friendly mannerAdhere to dress/appearance code. Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisorAdhere to and follow company policies, procedures, and standardsPromote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all timesMaintain 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)Communicate with residents’ families, as directed by supervisors, to support resident well-being and care coordinationThis position has no supervisory responsibilities PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 20% or less20% to 40@% to 60% 60% to 80�% to 100%StandXWalkXSitXPushing, pulling and/or reachingXGrasping and fine manipulationXClimb or balanceXStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlXTalk or hearXTaste or smellXLifts Weight or Exerts Force20% or less20% to 40@% to 60`% to 80�% to 100%Up to 10 poundsXUp to 25 poundsXUp to 50 poundsXUp to 100 poundsXMore than 100 poundsXThe Community reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.