Memory Care Caregiver - Brookdale Colonial Heights

Brookdale; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Memory Care Caregiver, where you will provide essential support to residents with dementia. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and some experience in elder care.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Assistance programs

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

Early wage access

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3-6 months experience preferred in dementia or elder care.
• State certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide dementia care, including ADL support and meaningful engagement.
• Assist with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Lead engagement programs and promote socialization among residents.

Skills

Knowledge of dementia

Communication

Engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Memory Care Caregiver - Brookdale Colonial Heights

Join us as a Memory Care Caregiver at Brookdale Colonial Heights.

Overview

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Make lives better, including your own. We offer opportunities for professional growth, health and wellness programs, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Assistance programs, employee discounts, referral bonuses
• Early wage access (outside CA)

Full-time benefits include paid time off, holidays, life insurance, adoption benefits, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.

Base pay is determined by experience and skills; role may include bonus opportunities. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Naturalization fee assistance is available for qualified associates.

Responsibilities

• Provide dementia care, including ADL support, meaningful engagement, and communication, following individual care plans.
• Assist with daily activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transfers, encouraging independence.
• Participate in team meetings and understand residents' life stories and preferences.
• Serve meals, assist with feeding, and monitor dietary intake.
• Lead engagement programs and promote socialization among residents.
• Maintain accurate and timely resident records.
• Assist with medication administration as permitted by state law.
• Ensure a clean, safe environment and respond promptly to resident needs and emergencies.
• Monitor residents' locations and report any concerns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 3-6 months experience preferred in dementia or elder care.
• Knowledge of dementia, especially Alzheimer's.
• State certification may be required.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, walk, and perform physical tasks.
• Must be able to work weekends, evenings, or nights as needed.
• Potential exposure to infectious diseases and hazards.

Additional Information

Salary range: $12.16 - $15.20/hour. Employment is full-time, entry level, in the healthcare industry. We support diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.