Caregiver-MC Full Time 7am-3pm

Sunshine Retirement Living; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Retirement Living seeks a compassionate Caregiver to provide person-centered support in assisted living and memory care, helping residents with daily living tasks, monitoring health and safety, and responding to emergencies with calm professionalism.

The role requires a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid, state clearance, and prior senior living experience is preferred; training in dementia care is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of related experience and/or training.
• State certification as required by the state.
• Current and valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to communicate in English, verbally and in writing.
• Meet state-related requirements if applicable.
• Previous senior living experience preferred.
• Must pass Sunshine’s and state-regulated background checks and TB clearance where applicable.
• Willingness to train in dementia care practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health, safety, and well-being of residents.
• Report changes in residents’ condition to Health Services staff.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Provide patient, empathetic communication for residents with memory loss.
• Keep environment safe and pleasant; participate in activities.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and document actions.

Skills

Communication in English

Team player

Customer service

Organizational skills

Work under time constraints

Dementia care training willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Six months related experience or training

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title : Caregiver

FLSA Status: Hourly, non-exempt

Date Approved: September 2025

OVERALLJOB PURPOSE

Asa Caregiver, youembodyourprincipleofPerson-Centered care andsupportour missionstatementthroughPeople,Passion,andExcellencebyprovidingthehighest standard of care and customer service. In assisted living and memory care, you foster independence, dignity, and safety while offering compassionate support tailored to residents’ cognitive and physical abilities.

MINIMUMJOBQUALIFICATIONSANDREQUIREMENTS

• Highschooldiplomaorequivalentisrequired
• Sixmonthsofrelatedexperienceand/ortrainingorequivalentcombinationofeducationand experience
• Appropriatecertification,asrequiredbystate
• CurrentandvalidfirstaidandCPRcertification
• Demonstratedabilitytocommunicatepolitelyandeffectively(inEnglish),bothverballyandin writing, with residents and staff
• Meetstate-relatedrequirements(ifapplicabletoposition)
• Abilitytoworkinateamsettingandbeateamplayer
• Maintainapositive,respectful,andprofessionalapproachwithcoworkers andresidents
• Possessexcellentcustomerandorganizationalskills
• Abilitytoworkundertimeconstraintswithlittlesupervisionandmeetdepartmentdeadlines.
• Previousexperienceinseniorliving,preferred
• Satisfactorily pass Sunshine’s and state-regulated criminal record clearance, health screening and
• TBclearance(ifapplicable)
• Training or willingness to train in dementia care practices (validation, redirection, and engagement strategies

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor health, safety, and well-being of the residents. Promptly report any changes in resident’s
• physical condition and/or behavior to Health Services Director or Health Services Coordinator
• Properly follow shift-change procedures and documentation
• Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating
• Support residents with memory loss by using patience, empathy, and specialized communication techniques
• Assist in keeping the environment safe and happy for residents
• Encourage and/or remind residents to participate in activities. Promote purposeful, individualized engagement that supports dignity and cognitive abilities.
• Immediately respond to resident emergencies; provide first aid assistance; debrief and document incident following company procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor

OTHERJOBDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non- perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community Management, or others
• Meet the assigned work requirements of the job. Regular attendance is required
• Serve as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitude
• Represent the Community in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner
• Adhere to dress/appearance code. Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisor
• Adhere to and follow company policies, procedures, and standards
• Promote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all times
• Maintain personnel, resident, and business proprietary and/or confidential matters/material in strict confidence with management of the company (and/or other company staff as needed)
• Maintains certifications as necessary such as First Aid, to fulfill state regulations (if applicable)
• Communicate with residents’ families, as directed by supervisors, to support resident well-being and care coordination

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) proudly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where residents, employees, and families feel respected and valued, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Salary-History Statement:

Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) is committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We do not request or consider an applicant’s past or current salary when making compensation decisions, in compliance with applicable salary history and pay equity laws.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands and Work Environment

20% to 40%

40% to 60%

60% to 80%

80% to 100%

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Pushing, pulling and/or reaching

X

Grasping and fine manipulation

X

Climb or balance

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

X

Talk or hear

X

Taste or smell

X

Lifts Weight or Exerts Force

20% to 40%

40% to 60%

60% to 80%

80% to 100%

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

More than 100 pounds

X

The Community reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.