Resident Assistant
About The Position
The Resident Assistant provides personal care and related services to residents according to individualized service and care plans, working under the direction of the Healthcare Coordinator. Training is provided. A Nurse’s Aide certification is preferred but not required. The role includes supporting residents with daily personal care and encouraging participation in activities. Resident Assistants follow individualized service plans and daily task sheets, communicate changes in resident status, maintain safe and clean environments, and document resident progress. They use standard precautions and infection-control procedures, protect confidential information, and comply with community policies. Attendance at biweekly in-service meetings and mandatory training is required; additional duties may be assigned. Jaybird Senior Living describes its communities as providing seniors with care and support in an environment that enables them to enjoy each day with confidence and purpose. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
- At least six months of caregiving experience, preferably with elderly residents.
- Completion of the required medication management course.
- CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
- Professionalism and ability to handle emotionally charged situations.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Nice To Haves
- Nurse’s Aide certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, nutrition, ambulation, transfers, positioning, and medication reminders.
- Follow individualized service plans (ISPs) and daily task sheets.
- Communicate changes in residents’ status to supervisors.
- Use standard precautions and infection-control procedures.
- Maintain safe and clean resident environments.
- Document resident progress in a timely manner.
- Encourage residents to engage in activities.
- Uphold HIPAA confidentiality and adhere to community policies.
- Attend biweekly in-service meetings and mandatory trainings.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Paid time off and flexible hours
- Employee assistance program and on-demand pay
- Career growth in a fast-growing company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
