Memory Care Activities/Caregiver

Deercreekseniorliving; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving in St. George, Utah is looking for a compassionate Memory Care Activities/Caregiver to join our dedicated team. This role focuses on planning engaging activities for residents living with dementia while providing essential caregiving support. You'll monitor their well-being and collaborate with fellow caregivers and nursing staff to ensure the best care.

The ideal candidate is energetic, patient, and skilled at connecting with residents, adapting activities to their needs. This full-time position entails a Monday–Friday schedule, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience with dementia care preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and support residents safely.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead activities for memory care residents.
• Adapt activities to meet varying cognitive abilities.
• Assist with resident care, including personal hygiene.
• Help serve meals and support residents during dining.
• Observe and report changes in residents' well-being.
• Ensure activity spaces remain clean and safe.
• Collaborate with caregivers and nursing staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Dementia care experience

Caregiving tasks support

Job description

## Memory Care Activities/CaregiverApplylocations: St. George, Utahtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR62681Southgate 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***If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.**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 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* 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 dayWe 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.