Caregiver

The Pennant Group; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisteria Place Assisted Living in Texas is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to support residents with daily living activities, personal care and mobility. You will encourage independence and preserve dignity through respectful, professional interaction.

Preferred qualifications include prior direct care experience, a high school diploma or GED, and CPR certification. The role requires reliable attendance and a caring, patient approach to families and team members.

Qualifications

• Previous direct care experience preferred.
• Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, cognition and mobility.
• Encourage resident independence and preserve dignity through respectful interactions.

Skills

Caregiving

Patient care

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Wisteria Place Assisted Living is currently seeking a Caregiver to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:Customer Second (Employee First!)AccountabilityPassion for LearningLove One AnotherIntelligent Risk TakingCelebrationOwnershipIf these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.About the OpportunityThe Caregiver supports residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health. Encourages resident independence, supports resident choice and preserves resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.Critical Success FactorsExhibits a positive customer service attitude as demonstrated by being approachable, friendly, and willing to assist others.Displays personal initiative to complete work without constant supervision.Demonstrates consistent work attendance as scheduled and addresses work related problems with the proper individuals.Communication skills that include careful listening, being sensitive to other people’s thoughts and feelings, giving thoughtful responses, and the timely and accurate reporting to appropriate people.Maintains confidentiality of both resident and staff information.Must present with a neat, clean appearance.Participates in designated facility in-services. Help new staff learn job tasks and responsibilities.Preferred QualificationsPrior direct care experience preferred.High school diploma or GED.Current CPR certification preferred.Meets age requirements according to facility policy and state regulations.We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.