A Caregiver Needs to Be Compassionate
Many of us will come in contact with the act of caregiving in one form or another. As our former first lady, Rosalynn Carter is quoting as saying, “There are only four kinds of people in the world – those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers.” At the MorningStar senior living communities, we seek individuals drawn to the idea of working with seniors to become part of our team of care managers.
One of the most important attributes of successful caregivers in senior living is to be compassionate. This is even more important than actual experience as it gives a care manager the ability to empathize with an elderly resident who may be suffering from chronic illnesses and/or other debilitating, health conditions. An effective caregiver also needs patience as they need to understand that their job is to support the senior’s independence and not just take over a task.
Many of our residential homes are recruiting care managers and other various positions. They include MorningStar of Jordan Creek in Iowa; MorningStar of Billings in Billings, MT; and MorningStar of Sparks in Sparks, NV. Our MorningStar of Beaverton and our new MorningStar of Happy Valley in Oregon are also seeking people with big hearts to fill a variety of assisted living jobs.
Each of our communities is a true home for our residents as well as a place where our team members can thrive. If you would love a career you can grow in and be proud of, please consider applying to one of the assisted living jobs in Sparks, NV, Billings, MT and our other communities. While many of our jobs can sometimes be challenging, we often hear team members say they are surprised to discover that forming a relationship with a senior can bring so much joy and meaning to their lives! Come and work in a caring, supportive family environment.
At MorningStar of Billings, our unique mission statement: “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior living communities. We are committed to a foundation built upon honoring God and valuing all seniors, and are currently recruiting staff with a felt calling to serve seniors. For a fulfilling career, visit MorningStar’s Career page to see available assisted living jobs in Beaverton and Happy Valley, OR; Sparks, NV, West Des Moines, IA; or Billings, MT.