Caregiver

Lifesong Hospice; Frederick (MD); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-the-job training

Job summary

Country Meadows in Frederick, MD is seeking caregivers to provide one-on-one support to residents in daily routines, socialization and well-being. Weekend shifts available (7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am) and pay ranges from $17.50-$21.50 per hour, based on experience.

We offer benefits including health coverage, 401(k) with match, PTO, holidays, and on-the-job training. You must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to work in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily routines and activities.
• Provide companionship and build bonds with residents.
• Demonstrate patience, compassion and empathy in interactions.
• Help organize residents' day and activities.
• Utilize POS technology for meal orders when needed.

Skills

Communication

Patience & empathy

Teamwork

English proficiency

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Point of Service (POS)

Job description

Description

Pay ranges from $17.50- $21.50/ hour, based on experience, with the opportunities for shift differentials on evening and overnight shifts.

Country Meadows is located in Frederick, MD. It’s a wonderful thing to feel at home while you are at work. To consider your co-workers your friends. To feel respected and encouraged to be your best. We know that when you feel great at work, you’ll make our residents feel great too. As key members of our direct-care team, Caregivers provide one-on-one support to our residents in their daily routines, socialization and overall well-being.

Weekend Only Shifts for all shifts (7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, & 11pm-7am)

Our investment in you:

• Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience
• Length of service bonus awards
• PayActiv On-Demand Pay – Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical
• Excellent vision and dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and roll over of unused time
• Paid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning
• Supplemental life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
• Family and medical leave
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
• Wellness reimbursement incentives
• $2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink and dessert

Our support for you:

• Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
• Direct access to your supervisory team
• Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training and continuing education
• Employee assistance program for you and your family
• Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans

Caregiver Responsibilities:

• Help our residents live their lives to the fullest by assisting them with their routines throughout their day.
• Build bonds through companionship.
• Show patience, compassion and empathy in each engagement with all residents and their families.
• Assist residents in organizing their day and activities and above all, enjoy themselves.
• Use of Point of Service technology to obtain meal orders from residents, as needed.

Caregiver Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
• Skilled in communicating effectively with others, including careful listening, sensitivity to others thoughts and feelings, timely and accurate reporting changes.
• Compassion and patience in all personal interactions.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this type of role.
• Must be comfortable working in pet-friendly environment.
• Have the ability to understand and speak English at a level which allows the safe, efficient performance of the job.

About Country Meadows:

We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 30 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.

EOE

Equal Opportunity Employer
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