HOUSEHOLD ASSISTANT

La Crosse County • La Crosse, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Hillview Health Care Center is seeking a compassionate and reliable Household Assistant to support a resident-centered environment. The role combines routine cleaning with assisting residents in aspects of daily care to help provide a comfortable, safe, and supportive home. The position works under the supervision of the Support Systems Manager, Director of Nursing, Clinical Nurse Manager, or Household Coordinator. Shifts are 8 hours, with the opportunity to discuss a preferred daily start time between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. The posting lists schedules of 72 to 80 hours per pay period or 16 hours per pay period, with every-other-weekend work and holiday rotation.

Requirements

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at time of hire, or enrollment in an approved CNA training program and placement on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry within 120 days.
• At least 17 years old.
• Ability to pass the Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain safety standards.
• Comfort working with diverse resident populations, including people with dementia or mental health needs.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English and maintain accurate documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in facility cleaning or environmental services.
• Experience with geriatric or long-term care populations.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record for positions that may drive facility vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily care needs following CNA training.
• Clean and disinfect resident rooms, bathrooms, dining areas, and common spaces.
• Stock supplies and maintain cleanliness of equipment and household areas.
• Support resident activities and provide mealtime assistance.
• Follow isolation, infection-control, and safety procedures.
• Maintain resident rights, confidentiality, and a person-centered focus.
• Provide supervision to ensure resident safety.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and required annual in-service hours.
• Work collaboratively with care teams to meet individualized resident needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed