Caregiver (6AM - 2PM)

Pearland Grove; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Pearland Grove is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support residents in daily living activities, medication reminders, meal services, and social activities at our Pearland, TX facility. The role emphasizes dignity, privacy, independence, and individualized care.

The caregiver will follow resident Service Plans, assist with personal care, monitor health changes, and maintain safety and infection control standards while promoting a warm, engaging living environment for seniors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with seniors preferred.
• Experience performing caregiving tasks preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to a care philosophy that respects dignity, privacy, independence, and individuality.
• Reviews resident Service Plans to understand needs and preferences.
• Maintains communication logs and notes for changes in health or service needs.
• Provides personal care and assists with medications as indicated by plan and regulation.
• Responds to the emergency call system promptly and follows infection control procedures.
• Keeps environment clean, safe, and comfortable and assists with housekeeping as needed.
• Assists with social and recreational activities and encourages participation.
• Reports changes in resident needs or health status per established procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Time management

Physical stamina

Caregiving experience

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Pearland Grove - Pearland, TX 77584-3832Position Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeJob Shift: AnyThe Caregiver is responsible for providing resident services, including assistance with personal care, medication reminders, social and recreational activities, meal services, and other tasks as needed to facilitate the continued well-being of the resident. He or she must be sensitive to the needs and desires of each resident and make an attempt to improve and enrich their lives.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents.
• Reviews resident Service Plans as needed to gain and maintain a familiarity with resident services needs and preferences
• Reviews the Staff Communication log and corresponding resident Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in resident service needs and/or health conditions
• Provides personal services to residents as assigned and as indicated on resident Service Plans
• Helps residents with medications and/or treatments as indicated in the medication book and as assigned and allowed by regulation
• Responds to calls from the emergency call system in a timely manner
• Demonstrates knowledge of and follows infection control procedures
• Helps maintain a clean, comfortable, and safe environment by providing housekeeping services as needed
• Helps with individual resident and group social/recreational activities as requested and encourages resident participation in activities
• Monitors for changes in resident needs, preferences, and/or health status and reports/documents any changes according to established procedures
• Responds to emergencies in an appropriate manner as per training received
• Reports any abuse, suspected abuse, or alleged abuse to the appropriate supervisor and/or agencies
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Physical Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must meet in-service training requirements
• Must have a desire to work with the seniors in an environment that upholds their privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality
• Must be able to organize and use time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work well with others and function effectively as part of a team
• Must be well-groomed and willing to follow dress requirements
• Must have a cheerful, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn new knowledge/skills
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds, and to spend long periods of time walking/standing
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English
• Must have a general understanding of the needs of seniors

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Experience with seniors preferred
• Experience performing care-giving tasks preferred

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.