Caregiver

Country Meadows Retirement Communities; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highmark Blue Shield health insurance

401(k) company match

Paid time off

On-campus meals $2

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Country Meadows Retirement Communities in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking a caring Caregiver to support residents with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, toileting and social engagement. The role offers competitive hourly pay and the chance to advance with experience.

We offer full-time (7P-7A) and day/night shifts, with overtime and shift differentials, plus part-time/PRN positions. Comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and on-the-job training support your growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and listening skills; report changes promptly.
• Compassion and patience in all interactions.
• Ability to perform physical tasks required by the role.
• English proficiency to safely perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily routines such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility.
• Provide one-on-one support and companionship.
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and respect in all resident interactions and with families.
• Help residents organize their day and activities and encourage participation.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hourly pay rate starts at $16.75-$19.75/hr (based on shift preference), with the opportunity to earn more based on experience.
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, a Caregiver provides one-on-one support to our residents in their daily routines such as bathing, dressing, toileting, socialization and overall well-being.
Full time 7P-7A working 7 days in a two week pay period includes 6 hours of overtime and shift differentials, Part time or PRN (As Needed) positions available Full time 7a-3p and 11p-7a Part Time Every Other Weekend And PRN Positions Available

Caregiver Responsibilities:

• Help our residents live their lives to the fullest by assisting them with their routines throughout their day such as bathing, dressing and toileting.
• 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.

Caregiver Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• 18 years of age or older, except as permitted in 2800.54(d).
• 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.
• Have the ability to understand and speak English at a level which allows the safe, efficient performance of the job.

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 insuranceCompany-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

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