What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Fellowship Square- Cottonwood?
Day shifts available with a $500 Sign On Bonus for Full-Time!
We are seeking a kindhearted, energetic Certified Caregiver/Med Tech for our Cottonwood, AZ location who has a genuine desire to help seniors and is committed to meeting their day-to-day needs while helping to preserve their dignity and quality of life. This is a level 1 and level 2 care community.
The purpose of this position is to provide a broad range of support services to our Assisted Living residents, including but not limited to, administering medications to the residents in a safe, accurate, and timely manner based on medical chart records.
Responsibilities:
- Document the care provided and report any changes in the resident's condition.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
- Perform welfare checks on residents.
- Document and report care provided and resident observations.
- Provide physical assistance, laundry & bedding assistance, meal preparation, and light housekeeping.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting techniques.
- Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
- Administer prescribed medications to assisted living residents and maintain medical records.
- Order and complete medication records.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
- Coachable and the willingness and ability to learn.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to handle challenging behaviors with patience and empathy.
- The ability to deliver compassionate care to elderly patients.
- Prior caregiving and medication administration experience a plus.
Certificates required:
- Certification as an Arizona Caregiver is required.
- CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
- A valid Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.
- A current negative TB test is required. If necessary, we can administer the test free of charge.
Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time, Day shifts available.
About Us:
Fellowship Square is a non-profit Christian Care Community that has been offering affordable senior housing for over 40 years while enhancing the quality of life and independence of our residents.
As a company, we value our dedicated employees deeply. We take great pride in delivering an exceptional living experience to our residents and fostering a warm, family-like environment for our team.
Fellowship Square Christian Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Arizona Caregiver Certificaton (Required)
- Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (Required)
Work Location: In person