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Employment Opportunities at Kalakaua Gardens
We embrace a heart for service and a passion for living.
If you embrace a heart for service and a passion for living, come and join our team. We are looking for a progressive member who will be part of our growing Ohana.
Here are some of the benefits our employees enjoy for their contributions to our success:
- FREE Medical and Drug & Vision coverage for employees
- Employee Discount Program
- FREE Group Life Insurance
- FSA
- Paid vacation & sick leave
- Flexible Schedules
- Career advancement within the company
- Various incentive programs
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have the ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
- Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors.
- Must be willing to assist others, including co-workers.
- Must maintain regular attendance.
- Must meet all local health regulations, pass post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
- Must have experience working with Kupuna/ Residents
- Preferred to have experience with working in Dementia Unit
Essential Duties
- Observe and practice safety according to facility policy and procedures
- Promote and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, residents, visitors, volunteers, and regulators.
- Ensure resident’s comfort while assisting them in achieving their highest practicable level of functioning
- Report to the Charge Nurse and the caregiving team as appropriate and/or document according to policy and procedure
- Safety
- Residents’ Rights and Positive Relationships
This position is very active and requires:
- Walking, standing, reaching, bending, crouching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
- The ability to work at a rapid pace for an entire shift.
- The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing up to 40 pounds. Following the patient care plan and using a variety of equipment, the employee may frequently move, reposition and transfer patients of varying weights up to 300 lbs.
- Must have finger and hand dexterity sufficient to type, handle and manipulate instruments and operate departmental equipment.
- Have a working understanding of English: the ability to read and write; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to verbally communicate with residents and others; ability to hear and respond to pages.
- Ability to distinguish smells, tastes, and temperatures.
- Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and when handling multiple tasks.
If you embrace a heart for service and a passion for living, come and join our team. We are looking for a progressive member who will be part of our growing Ohana.
Here are some of the benefits our employees enjoy for their contributions to our success:
- We are looking for an experienced Bus driver to serve our Kupuna in Kalakaua Gardens in a safe and timely manner.
Responsibilities
- Drive our 15 seater bus.
- Plan routes and meet schedules
- Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
- Input “macros” into our automated system for each stage of the loading and unloading process
- Comply with bus driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
- Maneuver bus into loading or unloading positions
- Collect and verify instructions
- Report defects, accidents, or violations
Skills
- Proven work experience as a truck/ bus driver
- Hands-on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
- Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
- Extensive knowledge of applicable bus/truck driving rules and regulations
- No recent moving or driving violations
- Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
- Valid CDL Class A or B driving license Required
- Passenger endorsement
- Must work efficiently with frequent interruptions.
- Must be able to multi-task.
- Must be able to meet deadlines.
- No more than 3 moving violations In the last 3 Years
If you embrace a heart for service and a passion for living, come and join our team. We are looking for a progressive member who will be part of our growing Ohana.
Here are some of the benefits our employees enjoy for their contributions to our success:
- FREE Medical and Drug & Vision coverage for employees.
- FREE Group Life Insurance
- FSA
- Paid vacation & sick leave
- Flexible Schedules
- Career advancement within the company
- Various incentive programs
In this position, you will be responsible for food preparations in accordance with prescribed resident diet specifications, facility procedures, and dietary and sanitary regulations under the supervision of the Dietary Services Manager. Being reliable and self-motivated with a keen eye for detail is essential in this job, as the ideal candidate will have significant work experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve food and meals food in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
- Direct and assist in cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment and floors, dishes and utensils: check all trays for menu and diet preferences and accuracy; ensure proper storage of food and supplies; adhere to universal precautions and sanitary, safely, and infection control policies and procedures.
- Assist the Dietary Manager and/ or Dietitian to direct the activities of the dietary associates; review menus prior to preparation of food; review and process diet changes and ensure menus are maintained and followed.
- Ensure that food and supplies are available for the next meals and assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods and supplies.
- Comply with all Company safety policies, regulations and requirements regarding fire and life safety.
Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must possess a Food Handler's permit/ ServSafe certification as per State requirements.
- Must have the ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
- Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families and to work cooperatively with associates.
- Must maintain regular attendance.
- Must meet all local health regulations, and pass post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
- Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
If you embrace a heart for service and a passion for living, come and join our team. We are looking for a progressive member who will be part of our growing Ohana.
Here are some of the benefits our employees enjoy for their contributions to our success:
- FREE Medical and Drug & Vision coverage for employees.
- FREE Group Life Insurance
- Employee Discount Plan
- FSA
- Paid vacation & sick leave
- Flexible Schedules
- Career advancement within the company
- Various incentive programs
The Security / Evening Attendant safeguards community grounds to protect residents, associates, families, and guests in accordance with all laws, regulations, and company standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
CORE CHARACTER TRAITS
- Trustworthy- must be honest, reliable, build a good reputation, the courage to do the right thing
- Respectful- must treat others with respect, be tolerant of demonstrate differences, use good manners, and shows consideration
- Responsible- must exhibit self-control, be self-disciplined, be accountable, and persevere.
- Fair- must be open-minded, listen to others, follow the rules
- Caring- must be genuinely compassionate, express gratitude, and help others in need
- Citizenship- must do your part to make the community better, cooperate and get involved.
EDUCATION
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalents.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Must have knowledge of First Aid, CPR, and universal infection control.
- Prior security experience preferred.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Must enjoy serving seniors.
- Must demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality (including telephone etiquette).
- Must demonstrate trustworthiness and dependability.
- Must work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision.
- Must demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Must exercise reliable independent judgment.
- Must be dependable.
- Must be responsive to resident requests or emergency situations.
Essential Functions
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English Language.
- Must practice regular and predictable attendance.
- Must follow company policies including harassment, code of conduct, complaint procedures, safety, sanitation, confidentiality, dress code and resident rights.
- Must assist with the evacuation of residents and support residents in times of crisis (i.e., natural disaster).
- Must provide reliable monitoring services to protect the community, residents, and associates.
- Must be able to hear alarms and respond quickly.
- Must represent community professionally and courteously.
- Must be able to deal with difficult individuals patiently.
- Must handle emergency situations in a calm manner.
- Must be well-groomed and in proper security attire.
- Must be knowledgeable of fire safety and emergency response procedures.
- Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Must be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.
- Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk and move intermittently during working hours.
- Must be able to assist other staff to physically lift residents who have fallen.
- Must be able to lift, pull or transfer a minimum of 25 lbs. frequently and greater than 50lbs. occasionally.
Basic Duties and Responsibilities
Below is a description of basic job duties though other related duties may become necessary as directed by the supervisor.
- Performs walk-through security patrols of the building’s interior and exterior.
- Secures/unlocks doors as specified.
- Monitors lights (i.e., lights on or off appropriately).
- Monitors outside areas of the community (i.e., parking areas, grounds, stairwells).
- Checks unauthorized visitors.
- Checks vacant units.
- Checks units with lights on at unusual times.
- Monitors emergency call system and responds accordingly.
- Responds to emergencies quickly and appropriately.
- Records safety check times in log.
- Handles front lobby responsibilities as directed (i.e., guest room check-in/out, telephone calls).
- Assists with check-in system for residents.
- Ensures newspaper delivery.
- Assists with set-up and tear down related to activities events.
- Responds appropriately to maintenance needs.
- Assists other staff in lifting residents who have fallen.
- Provides transportation to residents as scheduled (or as emergency needs arise).
WORKING CONDITION
- Works throughout the community- inside and outside
- Subject to frequent interruptions.
- Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily as necessary
If you embrace a heart for service and a passion for living, come and join our team. We are looking for a progressive member who will be part of our growing Ohana.
Here are some of the benefits our employees enjoy for their contributions to our success:
- FREE Medical and Drug & Vision coverage for employees.
- FREE Group Life Insurance
- Employee Discount Program
- FSA
- Paid vacation & sick leave
- Flexible Schedules
- Career advancement within the company
- Various incentive programs
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide the first impression both by telephone and personal interactions
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
- Must practice regular and predictable attendance.
- Exhibit excellent telephone etiquette and positive interpersonal communication skills
- Support sales team through the proper handling of inquiries
- Computer work including e-mail, Word and Excel and web site monitoring.
- Learn and use the Customer Relationship Management system to assist sales and marketing efforts.
- Provide exceptional customer service to residents, responsible parties, visitors and fellow associates.
- Must be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.
- Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk and move intermittently during working hours.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have 6 months’ clerical experience.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office – especially Word and Excel.
- Must demonstrate proficiency with office machines (i.e., fax, copier/scanner).
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Must enjoy serving seniors.
- Must demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality (especially telephone etiquette).
- Must demonstrate trustworthiness and dependability.
- Must work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision.
- Must demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be organized.
- Must work efficiently with frequent interruptions.
- Must be able to multi-task.
- Must be able to meet deadlines.

How to Apply
Interested candidates, please email your resume with salary requirements in PDF or MS Word format to:
Jay.Austin@kalakauagardens.com