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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 704 posted support services roles in Oregon rates. This role sits in the 23rd percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 17% below the Oregon median for support services roles.
The caregiver is responsible for assisting residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation. They also provide emotional support, monitor resident health, and maintain a clean and safe environment.
Caregiver-Memory Care Type
Full-Time,
Part-Time, and
Part-Time/On-Call (PRN) available
Shift/Schedule:
TBD,
Weekend availability needed
Wage: $18.58-$24.24/hr
DOE
Attendance bonus: The perfect attendance bonus in a pay period will be $100.00 for a full-time employee and $75.00 for a part-time employee.
Location
Avamere at Newberg - 730 Foothills Drive, Newberg, OR 97132 Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com Job Summary The caregiver's duties encompass a wide range of tasks, including assisting with activities of daily living, emotional support, housekeeping, and ensuring the resident's safety and well-being. Essential Duties and
Job
Responsibilities
Assisting with
Activities of
Daily
Living (ADLs):
Personal
Hygiene: Helping with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Mobility
Assistance: Supporting residents with walking, transferring, and using mobility aids.
Meal
Preparation: Assisting with setting up meals, cutting up food if needed, and removing trays from rooms.
Emotional
Support and
Companionship:
Providing
Emotional
Support: Offering empathy, listening to residents, and providing encouragement.
Companionship
Engaging in conversations, activities, and social interactions to combat loneliness and isolation.
Housekeeping
Maintaining a clean and safe environment, including laundry, cleaning, and tidying up.
Health
Monitoring and
Medical
Advocacy: Observing residents for changes in health, reporting concerns to medical professionals, and monitoring vital signs.
Other
Answer resident calls for assistance timely. Maintain a clean, comfortable, and safe work environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Maintain confidentiality of resident information. Maintain a safe work environment. Report safety concerns in the resident apartments to the supervisor. Assists with the orientation of new residents and staff when assigned. Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor. Requirements and Qualifications Prefer experience as a Caregiver in a Memory Care Unit and or Assisted Living Facility. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain active CPR/First Aid Certification during employment. Must have the ability to obtain a Food Handler’s Card. Experience in electronic medical records documentation. Must be 18 years or older. Friendly, attentive, and professional demeanor with residents and guests. A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors. Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment. We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.
Requirements
Candidates should ideally have experience in a memory care or assisted living setting and must be at least 18 years old. The role requires the ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler certifications.
Housekeeping
Mobility Assistance
Meal Preparation
CPR
Companionship
Emotional Support
Food Handling
Electronic Medical Records
Health Monitoring
Vital Signs Monitoring
First Aid
Memory Care
Activities of Daily Living
Caregiving
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Medical Advocacy
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Hospital Indemnity
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Retirement Plan
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
Legal Services
Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $24/hr
Location
Newberg, Oregon
Posted
Jul 28, 2026
Application
Employer website
Health
Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week. 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
Employee
Assistance
Program (EAP)
Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense
Reimbursement
Account)
Voluntary &
Supplemental
Insurance
Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services. “At Avamere Communities, we love to celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. We value diversity and believe forming teams in which everyone can their true, authentic self is key to our success “We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status." The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion. This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU 503 Arete Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify #AN1
Market context
Support services roles in Oregon
Support-services roles in Oregon are often driven by steady demand in schools, hospitals, and other care settings that rely on dependable day-to-day operations. These jobs can be competitive because employers usually look for reliability, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check, while offering entry-level access with training, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your availability, driving record, and background-check readiness before applying.
