Resident Assistant - Marjorie Doyle Rockwell Center

Trinity Health•City of Cohoes, NY

12d•$17 - $20

About The Position

Resident Assistant (Aide) Special Needs Assisted Living (Memory Care) Full Time Evenings - 37.5 hours per week Are you looking to make a difference with your life? Are you kind and compassionate? Do you have a “calling” to help others? Marjorie Doyle Rockwell Center is a unique, memory care assisted living community where we care for residents with mild to moderate levels of dementia. What makes Marjorie Doyle Rockwell Center unique? With a maximum of 51 residents, we have a small, beautiful, home-like community with expansive outdoor space. We encourage our residents to be independent while offering a caring and supportive environment. As a member of the Marjorie Doyle family, you will enjoy: • Being part of a team where you are treated with kindness and respect • Working in a beautiful, residential setting • Having a flexible schedule with great shift differentials • Gaining the potential for career development, with tuition reimbursement and scholarships opportunities. Position Summary: The Resident Assistant, or RA, is a caregiver providing assistance to residents under the supervision of the LPN and/or RN. Resident Assistants provide compassionate care that is respectful of each resident's needs, values and wishes.

Requirements

Must possess patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Ability to follow care plan and safety protocols
Working knowledge of computers including electronic health record, checking email, and preforming required in-servicing, along with use of other required applications
Have the physical, visual and auditory ability adequate to perform resident care
Maintain composure and positivity in a high stress environment
Promote physical, cognitive, and psychosocial well-being of each resident
Work with residents in a highly personal manner during stages of acute and chronic illness

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in senior care, health care or assisted living preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Supports the Trinity/SPHP Vision, Mission, Values in all encounters with residents and families
Adheres to the SPHP Code of Conduct
Demonstrates accountability as an individual and team member in meeting basic resident and family needs
Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility in a respectful, compassionate manner.
Assist residents in taking medications as needed.
Encourage and support resident independence and dignity.
Monitor resident safety and well- being, reporting any change to the LPN. Consult with the LPN/RN on any changes of health statuses of residents.
Build meaningful relationships with residents, understanding their personal histories, preferences and routines and anticipate needs of residents.
Help with light housekeeping and meal service as needed to maintain a safe and clean living space.
Participate in team meetings and communicate/collaborate with coworkers and supervisors.
Promote a warm, friendly, and respectful environment.