Caregiver

Storypoint; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading assisted living facility in Midland, Texas, is hiring caregivers to provide comfort, safety, and supervision to residents. Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting with daily living activities, and documenting care. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and must obtain CPR/First Aid certification. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This role requires physical ability to perform tasks and engage with residents actively. Join a committed team supporting a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• Must have CPR/First Aid certification within thirty days of hire.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide comfort and supervision to residents.
• Administer and document medications to residents.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Effective communication skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care - Leisure Living

Caregiver – Shifts Open: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shift Part‑Time/Full‑Time

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for providing comfort, safety and general supervision to residents by assisting them with activities of daily living, administering medications and tending to their individual care needs, while learning their unique preferences and personalities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Administer medications to residents according to physician orders and document completion
• Review eMAR each shift to ensure timely administration of medications and treatments
• Review incoming medication physician orders for accuracy. Update eMAR accordingly
• Partner with residents to provide needed/requested assistance with activities of daily living as outlined in the residents’ service plans
• Answer resident call lights, as well as door and safety alarms promptly
• Observe and report resident behavior and condition changes to Care Coordinator and Director of Resident Care
• Order/re‑order medications to ensure adequate supply is available
• Complete daily charting, documentation, and reporting as required
• Obtain resident weights and vitals
• Participate in training new employees as requested
• Clean and disinfect resident rooms, work areas and common spaces according to cleaning schedule
• Clean and disinfect spills and soiled areas as needed or directed
• Assist with meal set up and clean up as needed or requested
• Participate in or lead activities as planned by Life Enrichment. Assist and remind residents to participate in activities
• Promote positive relationships with residents, staff and visitors
• Remain awake and alert while on shift

Perform any other duties as requested within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education and Experience High school diploma/GED is required.

Certificates and Licenses Must have CPR/First Aid certification or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.

Computer Skills Must have demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office in a Windows environment, with a capacity to master company specific software.

Other Requirements

• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize and work with minimal supervision
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Professional telephone etiquette and customer service skills
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Communicate in a respectful and professional manner with residents, families, co‑workers and leadership staff at the community
• Developed organizational skills
• Ability to problem‑solve and demonstrate good judgement
• Team‑oriented self‑starter with demonstrated ability to accept direction and work well with supervisor
• Promote teamwork by working with coworkers in a positive and cooperative manner
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand – Frequently
• Walk – Frequently
• Sit – Frequently
• Reach outward – Occasionally
• Reach above shoulder – Occasionally
• Climb – N/A
• Squat or Kneel – Occasionally
• Bend – Occasionally
• Twist – Occasionally
• Lift/Carry/Transfer
  • 10 lbs. or less – Occasionally
  • 11‑20 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 21‑50 lbs. – N/A
  • 51‑100 lbs. – N/A
  • Over 100 lbs. – N/A
• Push/Pull
  • 10 lbs. or less – Occasionally
  • 11‑20 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 21‑50 lbs. – N/A
  • 51‑100 lbs. – N/A
  • Over 100 lbs. – N/A

General Working Conditions

This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk, and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer