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. Certification as a Nurse’s Aide is preferred but not required. The role includes assisting residents with daily personal care, following individualized service plans and task sheets, monitoring and communicating changes in resident status, and maintaining safe, clean environments. The Resident Assistant also supports resident engagement, protects confidential information, follows community policies and infection-control procedures, and attends required meetings and training. Jaybird Senior Living provides seniors with care in a supportive living environment, offering residents appropriate care and support while encouraging independence, confidence, and purpose.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
- At least six months of caregiving experience; experience with elderly residents is preferred.
- Completion of the required medication management course.
- CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
- Professionalism and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Nice To Haves
- Nurse’s Aide certification.
- Caregiving experience with elderly residents.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, nutrition, ambulation, transfers, positioning, and medication reminders.
- Follow individualized service plans (ISPs) and daily task sheets, and communicate changes in resident status to supervisors.
- Use standard precautions and infection-control procedures.
- Maintain safe and clean resident environments.
- Document resident progress in a timely manner.
- Encourage resident engagement 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
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
