Casual Caregiver

Touchmark; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Touchmark is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to enrich the lives of residents in assisted living and memory care. This role involves assisting with daily activities, building relationships, and embodying the values of excellence, teamwork, and integrity. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a commitment to caring for the elderly.

Qualifications

• Willing to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Genuine interest in caring for elderly residents.
• Commitment to confidentiality and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Build relationships with residents.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ETHIC – Excellence, Teamwork, Hospitality, Integrity, and Compassion – steadfastly characterizes our mission to continually enrich the daily lives of residents. We practice these principles with every task and interaction, from personal caregiver assistance to mowing the grass. At Touchmark, we say:

We currently have the following PRN shifts available:

Day Shift: 6:00 am to 2:15 pm - $20.50/hr

Evening shift: 2:00 pm to 10:15 pm - $21.50/hr

Minimum 4 shifts a month to remain PRN

**Weekend differentials up to $1.00 per hour**

We offer career pathing and training to qualified Health Services team members wishing to begin a career in Nursing or Healthcare Administration.

As a Caregiver with Touchmark, you will enrich lives every day by ensuring residents in our assisted living and memory care neighborhoods receive the highest level of dignity and care. You will have the daily opportunity to distinguish yourself by taking the time to be a positive presence in the lives of residents and their family members.

Your responsibilities in this role include:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living as needed—activities such as bathing, grooming, hygiene, dressing, mobility, and toileting
• Build relationships with the amazing people who live in our community

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a commitment to Touchmark’s values (hospitality, compassion, excellence, teamwork, and integrity), as well as a desire to model these values and to encourage others to be allies, friends, and givers
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
• Have a genuine interest in caring for elderly residents and working in a geriatric environment
• Provide assistance and emotional support to residents using the Best Friend’s Approach to dementia care
• Possess a willingness to continue learning and improving skills, as well as a commitment to confidentiality
• Be able to maintain patient and tactful composure when dealing with residents, family members, staff members, and visitors

On-call and temporary employees are not eligible to participate in employee benefits or insurance plans.

IND200

We are looking to hire individuals whose values align with ours and who believe in doing everything they can to lead by example in safety, compassion, and empathy. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.