Caregiver, Day (6a-2p), part-time

Arbor Post AcuteBERKELEY; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Arbor at Berkeley is seeking skilled and compassionate Caregivers to serve residents on the DAY shift (6:00 am-2:00 pm), with the option to move to full-time within 90 days. A qualified candidate can expect a wage of $21.00-22.00/hour, plus full-time benefits.

Job posting will remain open until all positions are filled. The Caregiver assists residents with personal care, daily routines, mobility, dining, observation, and comfort, while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior caregiving experience in senior living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or healthcare preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, respectful, and professional in a fast-paced care environment.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction and community procedures.
• Ability to document clearly and accurately.
• Must maintain resident confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral care, and hygiene.
• Help residents with mobility, transfers, repositioning, and transportation throughout the community.
• Support residents during meals, including set-up, encouragement, and after-meal assistance.
• Observe residents closely and promptly report changes in condition, incidents, injuries, or concerns to the nurse or supervisor.
• Answer call lights and check on residents regularly to ensure needs are being met.
• Maintain accurate documentation, flow sheets, and care-related records as assigned.
• Help prepare rooms for new residents and assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Support a clean, calm, respectful, and positive living environment for residents.
• Follow community policies related to infection control, safety, confidentiality, resident rights, and abuse reporting.
• Use only the equipment and care techniques you have been trained and authorized to perform.
• Work collaboratively with coworkers and other departments to provide excellent resident care and service.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Documentation

Confidentiality

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior caregiving experience in senior living/healthcare

Job description

The Arbor at Berkeley is seeking skilled and compassionate Caregivers to serve their residents. Currently, part-time DAY shift opportunities (6:00 am-2:00 pm) with an option to move to full-time within 90 days. A qualified candidate can expect a wage of $21.00-22.00/hour, plus full-time benefits. Job posting will remain open until all positions are filled.

The ideal candidate is attentive, patient, professional, and committed to delivering excellent care and customer service to seniors.

Position Summary

The Caregiver is responsible for supporting residents with personal care, daily routines, mobility, dining assistance, observation, and overall comfort. This role also helps maintain a safe and welcoming environment, communicates changes in resident condition, and works closely with the nursing and leadership team to ensure quality care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral care, and hygiene
• Help residents with mobility, transfers, repositioning, and transportation throughout the community
• Support residents during meals, including set-up, encouragement, and after-meal assistance
• Observe residents closely and promptly report changes in condition, incidents, injuries, or concerns to the nurse or supervisor
• Answer call lights and check on residents regularly to ensure needs are being met
• Maintain accurate documentation, flow sheets, and care-related records as assigned
• Help prepare rooms for new residents and assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Support a clean, calm, respectful, and positive living environment for residents
• Follow community policies related to infection control, safety, confidentiality, resident rights, and abuse reporting
• Use only the equipment and care techniques you have been trained and authorized to perform
• Work collaboratively with coworkers and other departments to provide excellent resident care and service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior caregiving experience in senior living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or healthcare preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm, respectful, and professional in a fast-paced care environment
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction and community procedures
• Ability to document clearly and accurately
• Must maintain resident confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, reposition, and assist residents throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Ability to perform physically active work in a caregiving environment

We are seeking team members who are:

• Compassionate and resident-focused
• Dependable and accountable
• Positive and team-oriented
• Observant and safety-minded
• Passionate about caring for seniors

Why Join Us

• Meaningful work serving seniors in your local community
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to grow in senior living and caregiving
• A chance to make a real difference every day

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.