Caregiver

Part-Time Caregiver Position

Do you have a caring heart and love helping others? If so, we're looking for you!

We are currently accepting applications for part-time caregivers to join our team on 3rd shift. Potential for full-time based on performance and position availability. Excellent benefits available. Experienced caregivers preferred but we will also train the right person on-site for the required skills.

Position Summary

• Assist our residents with daily medications following company and state guidelines.
• Provide assistance with daily activities as needed for each resident to include ADLs such as bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulating, and more.
• Document care provided in electronic health record.
• Encourage independence and help direct residents to activities and meals.
• Follow company and state guidelines for assisting residents.

Qualifications

• Be kind and compassionate.
• Be a team player and work well with others.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal direction.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times.
• Ability to communicate any issues concerning residents to director as needed.
• Pass required training provided, both by computer-based courses and on-site mentoring.
• Must be able to perform all duties as provided on job description without restrictions.

Requirements

• For this type of employment state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment [Kentucky: KRS 216.793(1)]. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
• Physical work environment: Must be able to lift or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and to exert 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical activity involves sitting, walking, standing, carrying, bending, lifting, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Company Information

With the population of older people growing rapidly, more and more families are facing the new challenges of helping their elderly loved one's age with dignity and remain independent. One North Alabama family with a long tradition of honoring the elderly, brought its special way of caring back home.

Since the beginning, we have dedicated all our energy into achieving the quality-of-life goals of our residents and their families. The small size of the buildings, intense emphasis on quality care, careful selection and continuous training of management as well as the staff, and its ongoing desire for residents and family feedback, are all features of Cottage Senior Living's philosophy - do the things that help residents maintain their independence, dignity, and choice.

If you have a passion for helping our older population live their best life, we want you to apply!