Resident Assistant – Household Assistant Otterbein Staffing Agency

Otterbein SeniorLife • Sandusky, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Otterbein, you are not an “employee.” You are a partner in caring because we are all partners working together for a goal. We believe in person-centered care that honors the residents and the choices they make. Otterbein partners are dedicated to providing the highest level of compassionate, and quality care. Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and so much more. Take control of your work schedule with Otterbein Staffing Agency (OSA) and earn some of the highest wages in the industry! The benefits of joining the OSA team include the following: Access to open shifts at Otterbein’s independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. You choose when and where to work, while feeling appreciated and making a difference! Increase your income potential. Connect with a supportive community. Define your own career path and scheduling preferences.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• CPR / First Aid Course desired
• Able to stand, bend, stoop, lift, grasp, pull, stretch, kneel, walk, and sit for long periods.
• Must be able to hear, with or without modification, in order to interact and respond to groups and/or individuals.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with elders
• Cooking for a family or group of diners (not necessary to be a licensed cook)
• Light housekeeping and laundry skills

Responsibilities

• Provides quality resident ADL care including teeth care, toileting, bathing, incontinence, and dressing in a caring and supportive manner as needed per individual resident.
• Assists residents who need encouragement, supervision, cueing, or other non-weight-bearing assistance related to transfer, ambulation, toileting etc.
• Rolls carts, laundry hampers and other equipment safely through work and resident areas.
• Observes and reports significant changes and observations to the nurse in charge.
• Quickly responds to emergency calls from Independent Living residents as directed by the nurse in charge.
• Help Elder Assistants plan appropriate meals according to dietary needs/preferences/medical issues of Elders.
• Seek input from Elders with meal planning and preparation.
• Prep ingredients; prepare and serve meals and snacks
• Set up table
• Ensure the safety and freshness of food; measure and record food temperatures
• Inventory and stock shelves with supplies
• Clean rooms, floors, equipment, kitchen to maintain a safe, neat and clean environment
• Ensure laundry is done and returned; help Elders put laundry in closet/drawers.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Access to open shifts at Otterbein’s independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
• You choose when and where to work, while feeling appreciated and making a difference!
• Increase your income potential.
• Connect with a supportive community.
• Define your own career path and scheduling preferences.
• DailyPay

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED