Caregiver (MC) - Full Time

Insight Living; West Linn (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in West Linn, Oregon is seeking a Care Partner (MC) to support Memory Care residents with daily living activities and cognitive engagement. This full-time position emphasizes compassionate, patient care and the use of appropriate safety practices.

The role involves assisting with grooming, meals, mobility, and documentation, while collaborating with health staff to maintain a calm, dignified environment that promotes resident independence.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in caregiving or healthcare settings preferred.
• Excellent English communication, both verbal and written.
• Ability to use electronic devices and software.
• Knowledge of basic healthcare principles and safety practices.
• Compassionate demeanor and ability to stay calm with residents.
• Ability to assist with mobility and daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized assistance and support tailored to memory impairments and engage residents in cognitive activities.
• Report incidents and monitor health changes; participate in post-incident discussions as needed.
• Assist with grooming, meals, and verify resident identification before serving; monitor dining areas.
• Maintain resident documentation and charting; add residents to Alert Charting as appropriate.
• Create a safe, structured environment to minimize confusion and promote independence.
• Engage residents in social activities and assist Life Enrichment Director as needed.
• Assist with personal hygiene, mobility, toileting, meals, housekeeping, and medications as required per care plan.
• Complete all assigned duties and adapt to changes in resident needs and staffing.
• Report hazardous conditions and communicate concerns to Health Services Director or Administrator.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Record-keeping

Compassionate demeanor

Mobility assistance

Safety awareness

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic devices & software

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: WEST LINN, OR 97068, Position Type: Full Time, POSITION SUMMARY

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

Include but are not limited to the following:

• 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: QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• 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.