Caregiver/Med Tech

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits (medical,

Job summary

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is seeking caring Caregivers to support residents in our vibrant senior living community. You will assist with daily activities, medication management where allowed, and thorough progress reporting to ensure comfort and dignity for every resident.

We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities with competitive pay, meal benefits, retirement plans, and growth opportunities in a family-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (dressing, bathing, meals, laundry).
• Manage medications as allowed by state regulations and document progress.
• Complete daily progress reports for assigned residents (Assisted Living & Garden House).
• Obtain/maintain required caregiver training or certifications as per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including dressing, bathing, meals, laundry and general care.
• Manage medication as allowed by the state and completing daily progress reports of services provided.
• Completes progress reports for Assisted Living & Garden House residents daily or more often if needed. (Chart by exception)

Skills

Caregiving

Daily living support

Medication handling (state allowed)

Progress notes & reporting

First aid/CPR readiness

Education

CNA license or equivalent

Caregiver certification or state-required training

Job description

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria -

Senior Living Caregiver

PM Shift 3pm - 11:30pm

AM Shift: 7am-3:00pm

Are you passionate about working with seniors? Are you dedicated to supporting seniors on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

is currently accepting applications for

Caregivers

to help support residents within our beautiful community residents call home.

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our full-time employees:

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  Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
  
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  Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
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  Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
  
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  Free daily meal every shift.
  
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  401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
  
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  Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
  
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  Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
  
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  Pet insurance and team member discounts.
  
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  Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
  
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  A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!
  

We offer our part-time employees:

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  Free daily meal every shift.
  
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  401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
  
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  Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
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  Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
  
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  Pet insurance and team member discounts.
  
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  Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
  
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  A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!
  

Our Caregivers:

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  Assist residents with activities of daily living including dressing, bathing, meals, laundry and general care.
  
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  Manage medication as allowed by the state and completing daily progress reports of services provided.
  
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  Completes progress reports for Assisted Living & Garden House residents daily or more often if needed. (Chart by exception)
  

If you are someone with:

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  Current caregiver training/certification as specified by state agency or the ability to obtain.
  
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  CNA license or two years previous experience as a caregiver
  
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  Ability to obtain first aid/CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
  

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire.

Physical Requirements:

This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer