Caregiver PM Shift: Silvergate San Marcos

Americare Health & Retirement Group; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Americare Health & Retirement Group is seeking entry-level caregivers for its Silvergate San Marcos location. The role involves providing compassionate care to elderly residents, assisting with personal tasks, and documenting care accurately. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, possess First Aid certification, and have schedule flexibility.

Join our team and enjoy benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and a positive work environment where every day matters.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Proficient computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care per Care Plan.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Document resident care accurately.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Ability to work with elderly

First Aid Certification

Schedule flexibility

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry - Location: Silvergate San Marcos - San Marcos, CA 92078 - Position Type: Full Time - Salary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour - Shift: Day/PM Shift

Company Overview

Silvergate San Marcos – the area’s premier senior living community – is a privately owned and operated retirement living and healthcare company that has been in business for more than 30 years in San Diego County.

Job Description

We seek caring, friendly and compassionate individuals to serve as caregivers for our Memory Care resident population. This role offers ample opportunity to showcase your interpersonal skills, including active listening, extraordinary patience, and kind‑hearted care.

• Support residents who may have challenges completing basic personal tasks such as dressing, bathing, eating or grooming.
• Serve as a loving companion to residents in their daily journey at the community.
• Assist with coordination of a wide variety of activities for elderly residents in accordance with the company’s established guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home‑like environment within the retirement community setting for both Memory Care residents and their families.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to residents per the Silvergate Care Plan, including assistance with these activities of daily living (ADL’s): Grooming, Bathing, Dressing, Eating, Toileting, Incontinent Care, Transfers, Escorting to meals and activities.
• Use mechanical devices (Hoyer lift) to transfer residents as needed.
• Recognize and understand the signs and symptoms of dementia and respond in accordance with training received.
• Escort residents to medical appointments, errands and offsite activities as needed.
• Under direction of LVN Supervisor and/or Memory Care Director, record individual resident care statistics, including weight on a monthly basis.
• Thoroughly and accurately maintain all documentation.
• Carefully write and correctly recount Incident Reports as needed.
• Monitor supplies and communicate reporting needs to LVN Supervisor.
• Encourage socialization and participation in group activities, assisting with set up and cleanup of equipment and engagement tools as needed.
• Interact with medical professionals as required.
• Exhibit punctual and regular attendance.
• Bring to bear a high regard for excellent customer service at all times.
• Be compassionate, caring, patient and understanding of the needs of the elderly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May occasionally be required to work beyond scheduled hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have First Aid Certification.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Proficient computer skills; must be comfortable recording resident care, referring to electronic files, and reporting incidents on the computer.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Enjoy working with senior citizens.
• Ability to take directions from supervisor and follow through to completion with task.
• Ability to respond effectively in an emergency or crisis situation.
• Must have schedule flexibility and be able to work weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, push, pull, sit and stand on feet for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Special Requirements

• Job offer is contingent on the following:
• Must pass background check (or have approved exemption).
• Must pass drug test, pre‑employment physical and TB test.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

A CAREER “WHERE EVERY DAY MATTERS”

As strongly as we believe that every day matters for each of our residents, we are equally passionate about providing a richly challenging, never‑a‑dull moment work environment for our team members. Every day, we work together to foster a positive and fulfilling workplace where employees can be creative, find unique solutions to challenging issues and enjoy a rewarding work life every day. Come join our amazing family of care professionals!