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Five Star Senior Living

Five Star Senior Living is hiring: Caregiver in Lawrence

Five Star Senior Living, Lawrence, KS, United States, 66045

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Overview

At Five Star Senior Living, our people are the critical link to those we serve, and their vitality, energy, and caring nature help fulfill our mission of enriching and inspiring the journey of life. Our team members have opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive culture centered around advancing the lives of our residents.

The Opportunity

The Caregiver position provides support for our community’s residents with essential day-to-day tasks they can no longer perform or need help with. Caregivers help with daily tasks such as laundry, cleaning, bathing, dressing, and taking medication. Successful Caregivers are sensitive, respectful, and passionate about helping those in need.

What You’ll Do

  • Help with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing
  • Support residents with medication
  • Reposition residents in bed and escort them around the community
  • Toileting and incontinent care
  • Take vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, heart rate, pulse)
  • Observe and report on residents’ health, escalating problems as needed
  • Detail daily reports to Nurse or designated charge person at end of shift
  • Provide emotional support and serve as a source of comfort for residents and their loved ones
  • Assist residents with mobility (getting in/out of bed, chairs, or wheelchairs)
  • Assist residents with eating and drinking
  • Responsibilities include customer service, caregiving, resident safety, and communication

What You’ll Bring / Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred (mandatory in some states)
  • Minimum age of 18 years or as required by state regulations
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills
  • Dedication to the medical field and working with residents
  • Must pass state and company background checks and drug test
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
  • Experience with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and medication supervision within state regulations

Shift/Hours

Daytime

We Got You

We see and support the whole you. Investing in you and all our team members is the first step in making a difference in the lives of others.

  • Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
  • 401k + Match
  • Competitive PTO
  • Life, Disability & other supplemental benefits
  • Professional Development Funds
  • Wellness Coaching & Personal Support Benefits
  • Recognition & Reward Programs

Is This You?

We’re looking for someone who shares a deep sense of purpose and passion for advancing the lives of others.

  • Puts People First – Authentic connection to our vision of improving quality of life and respect for our team members, residents, and families
  • Customer Focused – Delivers exceptional hospitality and thoughtful solutions
  • Results Oriented – Forward thinking with empathy and drive to exceed results
  • Drives Operational Excellence – Encourages continuous improvement and collaboration
  • Embraces Change – Positive, proactive communicator who helps others adapt

EEOC

Five Star prohibits discrimination in all terms and conditions of employment and complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We also prohibit workplace harassment and retaliation for reporting discrimination or harassment.

Seniority level

  • Entry level

Employment type

  • Part-time

Job function

  • Other

Industries

  • Hospitals and Health Care
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