Caregiver (AL) - Part Time

Mosaic Management; Cottage Grove (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mosaic Management is seeking a Care Partner to support Assisted Living residents in Cottage Grove. The role involves companionship, helping with activities of daily living, and ensuring a safe, inclusive living environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with grooming and meals, monitoring residents’ health, documenting observations, and communicating concerns to supervisors. A compassionate demeanor and ability to adapt to changes are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving or healthcare settings preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to assist with ADLs and mobility.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control.
• Ability to document observations accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to residents to promote emotional well-being.
• Assist residents with ADLs tailored to individual needs.
• Monitor and report changes to residents’ health to supervisors.
• Engage residents in social activities and assist Life Enrichment Director as needed.
• Assist with grooming, dining, and verification of resident identification.
• Maintain accurate resident documentation and charting; update Alert Charting as needed.
• Prepare and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Report hazardous conditions to Health Services Director or Administrator.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation of health changes

Record keeping

Companionship

Caring demeanor

Tools

EHR software

Job description

IPOSITION SUMMARYThe Care Partner(AL)assists Assisted Living residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and provides companionship to ensure an inclusive living environment.RESPONSIBILITIESInclude but are not limited to the following:Provides companionship to residents of the Assisted Living facility to promote emotional well-being.Assists residents with ADLs tailored to the individual needs of each resident.Report all incidents/accidents/potential liabilities to Health Services Director and participate in required post incident shift huddles when requested. Monitors and reports any changes to residents’ health.Engage residents in social activities and provide companionship; assist Life Enrichment Director as needed.Assist with grooming before meals, serve meals while aiding with eating and drinking, and verify resident’s identification prior to serving. Monitor the dining room, as necessary.Maintain resident documentation, charting required information, including any resident changes. Add appropriate residents to Alert Charting.Assists with personal hygiene, mobility, toileting, meals, housekeeping, and medication as required per care plan.Complete all assigned duties, as directed by management or community leadership, adapting to changes in resident needs, staffing and working conditions, as necessary.Be aware of and report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the Health Services Director or Administrator. Communicate complaints, suggestions, and concerns, as necessary.Keep supply room and work areas clean.Supervisory Responsibility: None.QUALIFICATIONSEducation & ExperiencePrevious experience in caregiving or health care settings preferred, but not required. We are happy to train.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Exceptional communication skills, enabling effective interaction with residents and staff through both verbal and written means.Utilize electronic devices and software provided.Understanding of basic healthcare principles/practices, safety & infection control measures.Awareness of common health conditions associated with aging such as dementia, arthritis, and mobility issues.Understanding essential care procedures such as bathing, dressing, and toileting.Ability to provide physical assistance and support to residents with mobility challenges.Knowledge of nutritional requirements and hydration needs of the elderly.Skilled in noticing changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition and reporting to supervisory staff.Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documenting observations.Capability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations, with a pleasant demeanor.Ability to build trust and rapport with residents and their families.Problem-solving abilities to promptly address concerns or complaints, with the ability to quickly pivot from one task to the next.Maintain ongoing education and training, attending all departmental & in-staff services as required.