Caregiver

1813 Old Eastern Ave, Essex, MD
Full Time

Caregiver – Evening Shift | $16.50–$18.00 per Hour

Lighthouse Hopkins Creek
Schedule: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
Pay: $16.50–$18.00 per hour, depending on experience
Great Benefits | Paid Time Off | Growth Opportunities

Make a difference in someone’s day—every day.

Lighthouse Hopkins Creek is seeking a compassionate, dependable Caregiver to join our Assisted Living or Memory Care team. You’ll help residents with daily routines, support their independence, and build relationships that make our community feel like home.

About Us

At Lighthouse Hopkins Creek, we’re dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming community where residents feel valued and associates feel supported. We honor each resident’s individuality and provide care that promotes dignity, independence, and meaningful connections.

Great Benefits and Reasons to Join Us

  • Competitive pay of $16.50–$18.00 per hour

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay

  • Growth and advancement opportunities

  • A supportive team environment

  • Meaningful work making a difference in residents’ lives

Benefits are subject to eligibility and plan terms.

What You’ll Do

  • Follow each resident’s individualized service plan while supporting their physical, personal, and emotional well-being.

  • Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, toileting, and other daily activities.

  • Encourage residents to maintain their independence and participate in their own care.

  • Observe and promptly report changes in residents’ conditions to the nursing supervisor.

  • Document care, observations, and concerns throughout the shift, and share important information with the incoming team.

  • Check and record vital signs, weights, and other information as assigned, within your training and community policies.

  • Provide reminders, reassurance, and supportive redirection as needed.

  • Assist with walking, transfers, positioning, and restorative care using appropriate techniques and equipment.

  • Help residents get to meals, activities, and appointments as assigned.

  • Support evening routines and help residents prepare comfortably for bed.

  • Respond promptly to resident calls and requests for assistance.

  • Keep resident rooms and common areas clean, orderly, and safe; assist with linens and laundry.

  • Maintain a restraint-free environment and support fall prevention efforts.

  • Help welcome new residents and assist with resident moves and transfers.

  • Work cooperatively with other departments and attend required training and staff meetings.

What You’ll Need

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program preferred.

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

  • CPR and First Aid certification as required.

  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English and follow written and verbal instructions.

  • A patient, friendly, and compassionate approach to working with seniors.

  • Dependability, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently and with a team.

  • Respect for resident privacy and confidentiality.

  • Availability for the 3:00 PM–11:00 PM shift, including weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This active position involves standing, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, and assisting residents throughout the shift. Duties include lifting up to 25 pounds unassisted and assisting with resident transfers and repositioning using appropriate assistance or equipment.

Work takes place primarily within the community, with occasional outdoor exposure, frequent interruptions, and interaction with residents who may need emotional or behavioral support. Scheduling flexibility may be required to meet resident and community needs.

Bring your compassion to Lighthouse Hopkins Creek and enjoy meaningful work with great benefits. Apply today to join our evening team!

Additional Information

This posting summarizes the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, skills, or working conditions. Additional duties, overtime, or alternate shifts may be assigned based on community needs. This position reports to the Director of Assisted Living or Director of Memory Care and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Associates with access to Protected Health Information (PHI) will receive training on HIPAA requirements and company privacy policies and must maintain resident confidentiality.

Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, reference checks, a pre-employment drug test, a physical, and verification of employment eligibility.

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment or alter at-will employment status.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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