Caregiver Assistant

Bickford Senior Living; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing compassionate care at an established senior living community. As a Caregiver Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting residents' daily needs, ensuring their dignity, and enhancing their quality of life. This position offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. You will be part of a supportive environment where your contributions make a real difference in the lives of seniors. If you are passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k & ROTHk with Employer Match

Daily Pay Available

529 Savings Plan for Educational Expenses

Competitive Wages

Great Working Environment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; must complete CNA course within 6 months.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities and meal service.
• Communicate changes in resident needs to clinical leadership.

Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Compassionate Care

Dementia Care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Aide course

Job description

Starting at $16.75

Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Caregiver Assistant! The Caregiver Assistant supports resident care within the branch. Ensuring Resident’s daily needs are met in a compassionate way that maintains their dignity, allowing them to live their life to the fullest!

This position offers a full suite of benefits options that vary based on employment status. Some of the benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive wages!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k & ROTHk (with employer Match)!
• Benefits start the 1^st of the month following 30 days of employment! *full-time employees*
• Prescription savings plans!
• 529 Savings Plan for educational expenses!
• A great working environment where purpose is found!
• Pay available daily

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Responsibilities:

• Know the residents you serve, providing care based on their service plans.
• Assist in all aspects of a resident’s daily life, including activities of daily living, meal service, and social engagement.
• Appropriately communicate with branch clinical leadership when a resident’s needs change.
• Knowledge of how to approach and care for residents with dementia.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED; or one-year related experience.
• Willing to successfully complete the Certified Nurse Aide course within six months of hire.
• Willing to take additional training or education, which specific states may require.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required or willingness to obtain certification.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
• Competent in organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment,