Resident Assistants full-time 2nd shift

The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community.

Responsibilities

Provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents; Reports incidents involving residents, including care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCD, RN/LPN, or ED); Maintains a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position; Assists residents with activities of daily living; Performs housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor; Responds promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts; Remains calm and competent during emergencies; Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents; Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information; Assists residents to and from the dining room and to and from activities; Checks on residents and ensures attendance at meals and activities; Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals; Communicates verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers; Assists new residents with move-in transition and provides emotional support; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; Successful completion of an approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable; Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing; Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel; Contributing member of nursing team and follows instruction of supervisor; Polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times; Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time; Ability to lift 50 lbs and push or carry 25 lbs; Ability to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics; Wears designated uniform during working hours, including name badge; CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire; Ability to represent the community in a positive and professional manner; Attends and completes all required in-services and staff meetings; Willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays

Benefits

401k; Full-time & Part-time Benefits Packages; Training, Development & Career Laddering; Great work-life balance; Flexible Scheduling