Care Partner MC

Cogir Senior Living; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living seeks compassionate Care Partners to provide direct care to seniors in Alexandria, VA. The role involves assisting with daily living activities while promoting resident independence and dignity. Ideal candidates will have caregiving experience and strong communication skills to foster supportive relationships with residents.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 12 months of experience in a professional caregiving setting.
• Experience with memory care is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities such as bathing and grooming.
• Provide emotional support and companionship.
• Encourage participation in activity programs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current caregiver training/certification

Current First Aid and CPR license

Job description

Description

PT - Every Friday and Saturday - 3pm - 11pm shift

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• Early access to paycheck.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• 401K with company match.
• Free meals at work.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

POSITION SUMMARY

Our Care Partners play a critical role in their community. You will provide compassionate and personalized direct care to our residents, helping them with activities of daily living and ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being while promoting independence and maintaining their privacy and dignity. Our Care Partners work in a team setting to ensure a supportive and nurturing environment for our residents.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the residents in activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transferring as needed, while following community protocol, licensing regulations, and resident and employee safety guidelines.
• Prioritize independence and emotional support to the residents by providing compassionate care, engagement, and companionship.
• Encourage and assist with participation in life enrichment activity programs.
• Assist with light housekeeping duties, such as making beds, tidying rooms, etc.
• Promote open communication between healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current caregiver training/certification per state requirements, such as CNA/GNA/PCA/DCA, or the willingness/ability to obtain.
• Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain.

Experience, Competencies, and Skills:

• At least 12 months of experience in a professional caregiving setting.
• Experience with memory care is preferred (for Memory Care communities).
• Strong communication skills and teamwork mindset.
• Positive attitude, empathy, patience, and commitment to treating our residents with dignity and respect.
• Attention to detail, physical stamina, and high integrity.
• Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.