Memory Care Activities/Caregiver

Hospice in the Pines; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Southgate Senior Living is seeking a Memory Care Activities/Caregiver to engage residents with dementia through meaningful daily programs and provide hands-on caregiving support as needed. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient care in a fast-paced, resident-focused environment.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Candidates should be team players who can switch between activities and caregiving while ensuring safety and dignity for all residents.

Qualifications

• Experience with dementia care preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead groups and engage residents with varying cognitive abilities.
• Willingness to assist with hands-on caregiving tasks.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and support residents safely.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead activities: Develop and facilitate daily programs that support cognitive, social, and emotional engagement for memory care residents.
• Adapt activities: Modify activities to meet varying levels of cognitive ability and physical function.
• Provide caregiving support: Assist with resident care when needed, including transferring, toileting, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• Support mealtimes: Help serve meals, assist residents during dining, and ensure a positive, dignified experience.
• Monitor resident well-being: Observe and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nursing staff.
• Maintain safe environments: Ensure activity spaces and care areas remain clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Dementia care

Caregiving

Resident engagement

Behavior observation

Job description

Southgate Senior Living is currently seeking a Memory Care Activities/Caregiver to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families, and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:

Celebration

Accountability

Passion for Learning

Love One Another

Intelligent Risk Taking

Customer Second (Employee First!)

Ownership

Position Summary

The Memory Care Activities/Caregiver position plays a key role in supporting the daily engagement, well‑being, and care of our memory care residents. This role is responsible for planning and leading meaningful activities tailored to residents living with dementia, while also providing hands‑on caregiving support as needed. The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, patient, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, resident‑focused environment.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and lead activities: Develop and facilitate daily programs that support cognitive, social, and emotional engagement for memory care residents.
• Adapt activities: Modify activities to meet varying levels of cognitive ability and physical function.
• Provide caregiving support: Assist with resident care when needed, including transferring, toileting, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• Support mealtimes: Help serve meals, assist residents during dining, and ensure a positive, dignified experience.
• Monitor resident well‑being: Observe and report changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition to nursing staff.
• Maintain safe environments: Ensure activity spaces and care areas remain clean, organized, and safe.

Collaborate with team members: Work closely with caregivers, nurses, and leadership to support resident needs and community goals.

Qualifications

• Experience with dementia carepreferred but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead groups and engage residents with varying cognitive abilities
• Willingness to assist with hands‑on caregiving tasks
• Ability to lift, transfer, and support residents safely

Creative, patient, and resident‑centered mindset

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who enjoys building meaningful connections with residents
• A team player who can switch between activities and caregiving as needed
• A compassionate individual who understands the unique needs of memory care

Someone who brings energy, creativity, and empathy to their work every day

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.