Resident Caregiver(2nd and 3rd Shift Full time)

Oaks Senior Living; Ellijay (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal per shift

Employee referral program

Oaks Love Fund

Holiday bonus

CNA school

Job summary

Oaks Senior Living in Ellijay, GA is seeking a compassionate Care Partner / Caregiver for our Oaks at Ellijay Senior Living Community. You will provide daily living support, help residents with activities, and promote dignity with empathy.

Shift options include day, second, and night. The role involves lifting up to 70 pounds, infection control, and accurate documentation. Earn $12.00–$13.25 per hour, plus a free meal per shift and CNA school opportunities.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to learn and follow current federal, state, and local regulations as well as company policies.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Strength needed to frequently support up to 70 pounds and occasionally carry up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to obtain 24 hours of continuing education in the initial year of employment and 16 hours annually.
• Maintain CPR & first aid certification.
• Respond quickly and effectively in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living including showering, toileting, dressing, transferring, and walking.
• Provide individualized physical, psychological, and social support while promoting residents' dignity.
• Ensure infection control policies and safety precautions are followed; report changes in residents’ conditions.
• Maintain clean and organized resident areas and assist with dining room service as needed.
• Document interactions and maintain confidentiality of personal and medical information.

Skills

English language proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Physical strength

CPR/First Aid certification

Emergency response

Job description

Job Description Oaks Senior Living is looking to hire a second shift Care Partner / Caregiver for our Oaks at Ellijay Senior Living Community in Ellijay , GA . Do you want to work in an empathetic environment where both residents and staff are valued and respected ? Do you need the flexibility of working where day shift, second shift, and night shift positions are available ? This Care Partner / Caregiver position starts at $12.00-$13.25/hour , depending on experience. We also offer a free meal per shift worked, an employee referral program, the Oaks Love Fund, a potential holiday bonus, and an employee is selected each quarter to attend CNA school . Our approach to assisted living is different as we are proud to offer a "person-centered lifestyle" which satisfies the unique desires and needs of residents and moves away from an overly structured approach. Our management team is very hands‑on and encourages independence and personal choice to ensure all residents enjoy the highest quality of life possible. We operate nine Communities in Georgia to meet the individual needs of Elder community members and their families.

A committed, experienced leadership team supports the care partners within each assisted living community. The love, compassion, and understanding we show can only come from a dedicated family and staff. We inspire our team members to excel , reward excellence , and create a work environment where all are trusted and empowered with a sense of ownership .

DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DAY SHIFT, SWING SHIFT, OR NIGHT SHIFT CARE PARTNER / CAREGIVER

As a day shift, second shift, or night shift Care Partner / Caregiver, you arrive for each shift determined to treat each resident with respect and kindness as you build positive relationships with them. While providing the individualized physical, psychological, and social support that they need, you do everything you can to promote their dignity. You are patient and calm, treating them just the way you would want your own family members treated and adhering carefully to their Negotiated Service Plan. Your positive attitude makes a huge impact on the lives of our residents--as you spend so much one‑on‑one time with them, assisting with all the activities of daily living such as showering, toileting, dressing, transferring, and walking. You work together as a team to answer resident calls promptly and keep accurate records as required.

You encourage residents to attend meals in the dining room, escort them to and from, assist with serving, and help in any ways that meet their individual needs and desires. You also assist with cleaning the dining room after the meal service as assigned. Maintaining a clean, neat, and organized work environment, including residents' apartments, is one of your top priorities. Your attention to infection control policies and established safety precautions ensure the highest quality of care. You are vigilant about reporting any changes in the condition of residents and protecting the confidentiality of personal and medical information. You go home each day tired but feeling good about enriching the lives of residents in your community and providing purpose and meaning to everyday life.

Qualifications For a Care Partner / Caregiver

• 18 years of age older
• Ability to learn and follow current federal, state, and local regulations as well as company policies
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Strength needed to frequently support up to 70 pounds and occasionally carry up to 50 pounds
• Willingness to obtain 24 hours of continuing education in the initial year of employment and 16 hours annually
• Maintain CPR & first aid certification
• Can you react quickly and effectively in an emergency situation? If so, then you might just be perfect for this Care Partner / Caregiver position at our assisted living community!

DAY SHIFT, SECOND SHIFT, AND NIGHT SHIFT WORK SCHEDULE

We are in operation 24/7 and have day shifts from 7 am - 3 pm , second shifts from 3 pm - 11 pm , and night shifts from 11 pm - 7 am available. Some weekends are required.