Resident Assistant (AM Shift) Saturday & Sunday

Hignell Inc•Chico, CA

2d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant/Caregiver provides direct personal care and supervision to facility residents, supporting their well-being and satisfaction through assistance with activities of daily living and daily housekeeping. The role includes communicating with other departments and coordinating with coworkers and health care professionals to help ensure residents’ needs are met. The required schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of previous caregiving experience; geriatric experience is preferred.
Current First Aid certification.
Education, training, skills, and experience necessary to carry out assignments.
Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate clearly and effectively, with demonstrated skill in grammar, spelling, and English usage.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with coworkers, the administrative team, and residents.
Physical ability to perform the duties, including assisting with resident mobility and transfers.
Positive attitude and ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, and health professionals.
At least 18 years of age and able to pass a background and health screening.
Commitment to the company’s mission.

Nice To Haves

Additional education and/or training in the field is strongly preferred.
Previous caregiving experience in the geriatric realm is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living in accordance with facility protocols, licensing regulations, and safety guidelines.
Complete daily resident housekeeping, including making beds, emptying trash, and picking up and straightening rooms before 10:00 a.m.
Follow the resident assistant duty schedule and each resident’s individual plan of care.
Work as part of a team and assist coworkers when needed.
Monitor resident activity, food intake, functional status, and psychosocial status, and take action as required to promote resident well-being.
Report changes in resident status immediately to the supervisor.
Respond immediately to resident crises, following universal precautions, internal protocols, and basic first aid training.
Document resident status changes, including physical changes, medication reactions, and psychosocial changes.
Follow facility safety guidelines, including proper lifting techniques and universal precautions when providing care.
Promote open communication among health care professionals, families, residents, and staff.
Follow employee handbook guidelines, including those regarding dress code, conduct, and scheduling.
Ask for assistance and report to the supervisor or administrator if assigned duties cannot all be completed.
Maintain regular attendance.