Live-In Caregiver (Dallas)

Caregiver Job Description

Live-In Caregivers (24hr - On-site care)

About Manchester Care Homes

Manchester Care Homes is the assisted living division of Manchester Living. Headquartered in Dallas, we own and operate four luxurious custom assisted living homes in the Dallas area with a 4:1 resident-to-caregiver ratio. Each home houses 4-10 full time residents and offers the highest level of quality, attentive, warm and welcoming care.

About the position

True Caregivers have a passion for helping others, and they naturally respect others, particularly seniors. This position demands a true caregiver. The right candidate will be responsible for delivering attentive, professional and compassionate care to our valued residents. Caregivers are expected to live on-site during their scheduled days and provide support to all residents throughout the day and night with appropriate breaks and sleep time. Applicants must have open availability for live-in work and be able to stay in the home for multi-day stretches (for example, 3-4 days a time) Although there are periods of rest and sleep, this is not a 12hour clock-in/clock-out shift It is a live-in role where you remain in the home and are available as needed.

Caregivers are responsible for maintaining an environment focused on the varied needs of our residents. Caregivers work to actively engage with the residents on a personal, individualized level, addressing the residents’ physical and emotional needs. Every caregiver must understand and respect the cognitive level of each resident and meet them there.

In addition to personalized engagement, our Caregivers follow resident care plans, prepare meals, and ensure that the home is clean and inviting. Successful caregivers exemplify initiative, client service orientation, respect for others, strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail and technical excellence.

Respect is an absolute cornerstone of this position—our Caregivers MUST respect not only the residents, but also their working colleagues as well as their House Manager. This role reports to the House Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all residents at all times.  In emergency situations, call ambulance or fire department as needed.
• Assist residents with their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as directed by the residents’ care plans.
• Promote the maximum amount of independence from all residents at all times by encouraging residents to do as much as possible for themselves.
• Conduct duties with the safety of the residents (and oneself) in mind at all times.
• Utilize proper body mechanics and safety protocols in assigned duties.
• Cook and serve meals.  Follow menu as posted, note substitutions as required.  Ensure that cold foods are served cold and hot foods are served hot.  Have an understanding of pureed and mechanical soft diets.
• Properly and promptly answer House phone with professional Manchester Care Home greeting.
• Ability to evacuate residents if needed to designated location.
• Clean residents’ rooms and do laundry for each individual resident per schedule. 
• Keep all living areas, bathrooms, kitchen and dining areas clean at all times.
• Supervise resident’s medication.  Ensure that residents receive their proper medication at the proper time. Communicate questions or concerns immediately.
• Receive messages and relay these to the manager in a timely manner.
• Keep manager updated on any changes in the condition of the residents’ emotional, physical, or psychological state.  
• Refer questions or complaints to the manager.
• Complete six hours of continuing education annually.
• Conduct other duties as assigned by the House Manager.
• Follow uniform and appearance requirements at all times.
• Independently clock in and out of shift.
• Remain fully awake and responsive to clients during shifts.
• Follow Manchester Care Homes Policies and Procedures.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of relevant experience with the aged or informed.
• Medical background, training, certification and experience highly preferred.
• Ability to safely lift, bend, stoop, and reach as required.

Manchester Care Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 We are committed to providing high quality services to our residents and clients, and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. 

All employment decisions at Manchester Care Homes  are based on an individual’s qualifications, without regard to race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.