Caregiver Job Description
Join our dedicated caregiving team as a CAREGIVER in Kerman, providing compassionate, high-quality care across all shifts. In this vital role, you will support residents with their daily needs, promote independence, and enhance their quality of life in a warm and respectful environment. Your energy and commitment will make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities, ensuring they feel safe, cared for, and valued every day.
Regulatory Compliance & Resident Rights
Comply with California Title 22 regulations governing resident care and supervision.
Protect resident rights, privacy, and dignity at all times.
Participate in Community Care Licensing (CCL) inspections as required.
Comply with mandated reporter laws for suspected abuse or neglect.
Direct Resident Care Duties & Responsibilities
Assist residents with:
- Bathing, grooming, and personal hygiene- Dressing and toileting- Mobility and transfers- Eating and hydration- Incontinence care- Positioning and comfort measures
Observe and report changes in resident condition to supervisors.Medication Assistance Support
Assist medication technicians as permitted by training and facility policy.
Never administer medications unless properly trained and authorized.
Documentation & Communication
Document care provided per facility procedures.
Communicate resident needs to nursing and management staff.
Participate in care conferences/Trainings as requested.
Health, Safety & WVPP Compliance
Follow infection control procedures.
Participate in emergency drills and safety training.
Comply with the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP).
Report hazards, injuries, and unsafe conditions immediately.
Housekeeping & Support Services
Maintain resident room cleanliness and safety.
Assist with laundry and light housekeeping tasks outlined in shift checklists.
Support meal service and hydration programs.
Quality Assurance
Participate in QAPI initiatives.
Support facility quality improvement efforts.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Completion of RCFE caregiver training as required by Title 22.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Compassionate and dependable.
Physical & Working Conditions
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 pounds.
May require overnight, weekend, or holiday shifts.
Facility-based environment.
Confidentiality & Mandatory Reporting
Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
Comply with mandated reporter laws.