Caregiver (MC) - Full Time

Insight Living; Prescott Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Living in Prescott Valley, AZ is seeking a Care Partner (Memory Care) to assist residents with activities of daily living and engage them in cognitive activities. The role focuses on memory care techniques, safety, and supportive caregiving within a memory-impaired population.

Responsibilities include documenting changes, reporting incidents, aiding in meals, grooming, and mobility, and supporting the Life Enrichment program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in caregiving or healthcare settings preferred.
• Strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Memory Care residents with ADLs and engage in cognitive activities.
• Report incidents and monitor any changes in residents’ health to Health Services Director.
• Support grooming, dining, mobility, hygiene, and medications per care plan.
• Maintain resident documentation and records, updating charts as needed.
• Create a calm, structured environment to reduce confusion.
• Provide companionship and assist Life Enrichment activities.
• Follow Montessori Approach when applicable and maintain safety.
• Keep supply rooms and work areas clean.

Skills

Excellent communication

English proficiency

Documentation skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $21.50 - $23.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day

Position Summary

The Care Partner(MC) assists Memory Care residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), engaging in cognitive activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized assistance and support tailored to the unique needs of residents’ memory impairments, implementing memory care techniques to stimulate cognitive function.
• 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.
• 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.
• Create a safe and structured environment to minimize confusion and agitation, while promoting independence and autonomy.
• Engage residents in social activities and provide companionship; assist Life Enrichment Director as needed.
• 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.
• When applicable, become familiar, practice, support and engage in the Montessori Approach.
• Keep supply room and work areas clean.
• Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in caregiving or healthcare settings.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional communication skills in English, 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 affecting older adults.
• Ability to provide physical assistance and support to residents with mobility challenges.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documenting observations.
• Capability to remain calm and compassionate in challenging situations, with a pleasant demeanor.
• 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.