Part -time RA - Resident Assistant - 1st & 2nd Shift

JFSHI, Inc.•Brown Deer, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

JFS Housing, Inc. develops affordable housing for low- and moderate-income individuals, families, seniors, and people with disabilities. Its campus community in Brown Deer offers residents amenities for an active life while fostering social interaction and maintaining security and privacy. The Resident Assistant provides hands-on assistance to residents of a licensed assisted living facility with daily living activities, health, personal care, lifestyle, and care management needs. The role supports residents’ physical and psychological well-being within the limits of their abilities, under the direction and supervision of the Director of Assisted Living and/or a licensed nurse. This is a part-time position for 1st and 2nd shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma.
One year of experience working as a direct caregiver for older adults and/or adults with disabilities.
Approachable, customer-service-oriented manner and sensitivity to a diverse resident population.
CBRF certification for medication administration, first aid/choking, fire safety, and standard precautions.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Knowledge of, or ability to learn, computer programs including an Electronic Medication Administration Record system and a Nurse Call system.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to occasionally work outside regular work hours as needed.
Ability to maintain resident confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

Answer and respond immediately to resident calls.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including showering, bathing, and toileting, including care for residents who are incontinent.
Assist with resident activities and meals in the dining room as needed.
Assist with cleaning outside housekeeping hours and with residents’ personal laundry and linens as needed.
Build and maintain positive relationships with residents and their families.
Complete resident-care systems and documentation, including forms in ECP, in accordance with residence policies and procedures.
Observe residents for emotional, behavioral, and physical changes and promptly report changes to the Resident Care Coordinator, Lead Resident Assistant, or RN.
Respond calmly and promptly to medical emergencies according to established procedures, including calling 911 when needed.
Attend staff and resident care planning meetings and required in-services.
Report maintenance needs to the ACC Property Manager.
Assist with medication and treatment administration under the direction of the facility RN and in accordance with medication administration policy.
Report changes in resident condition or medication concerns immediately to the facility RN, Resident Care Coordinator, or Director of Assisted Living.
Ensure residents receive medications and accurately complete all medication documentation.
Review communication tools used in resident care on each shift and communicate resident needs to Resident Assistant staff during shift changes and as needed.
Comply with State of Wisconsin rules and regulations.
Accurately record resident data using appropriate forms, including incident reports, notes, and task sign-offs.
Track supplies such as Ensure, medication cups, PRN medications, and gloves, and notify the Resident Care Coordinator and/or facility RN of supply needs.
Answer telephones and return calls promptly and professionally.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Lead Resident Assistant, Resident Care Coordinator, facility RN, or Director of Assisted Living.