Caregiver Assistant
Bickford Senior Living · Iowa City, IA · 5 days ago
On-siteOTHR$16/hrFull-time
Starting at $16 per hour, evening shifts available.
About the role
The Caregiver Assistant supports resident care within the branch, ensuring residents' daily needs are met in a compassionate way that maintains their dignity, allowing them to live their life to the fullest.
Responsibilities
- Know the residents you serve, providing care based on their service plans.
- Assist in all aspects of a resident’s daily life, including activities of daily living, meal service, and social engagement.
- Appropriately communicate with branch clinical leadership when a resident’s needs change.
- Knowledge of how to approach and care for residents with dementia.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED; or one-year related experience.
- Willing to successfully complete the Certified Nurse Aide course within six months of hire.
- Willing to take additional training or education, which specific states may require.
- CPR and First Aid certifications required or willingness to obtain certification.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
- Competent in organizational and time management skills.
- Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Benefits
- Full-time employees are eligible for all benefits (medical, dental, vision, and voluntary products).
- Part-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) are eligible for Voluntary Life, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Identity Protection, and Cyber Monitoring.
- Benefits start on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Prescription savings plans.
- All employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer match.
- Pay available daily.
About Bickford Senior Living
Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers dedicated to enriching our residents' happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family, Bickford has grown to over 50 locations in 7 states while maintaining a family environment. At Bickford, you will:
- Make a Difference Every Day – Deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage residents to enjoy life to the fullest.
- Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive Community – Enjoy a care-focused environment with programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best.
- Ignite Your Potential – Access best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow leaders and achieve career goals.