Resident Assistant - Days 40 Hrs per 2 week pay period With Benefits

Good Shepherd Services•Seymour, WI

17h•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The RA assists older or disabled people who are functionally, physically, and/or socially impaired and need 24-hour oversight. The RA's role is to assist residents with those activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without help, fostering at all times residents' independence and freedom of choice. All responsibilities will be conducted in a manner that is consistent with the philosophy Good Shepherd Services.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance as needed with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Provides assistance as needed with Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
Assists residents with administration of medications, including monitoring of medication supplies and documentation
Observes and reports changes in residents' physical condition and cognitive and emotional status to the Director/LPN as needed
Assists in a variety of tasks relating to dining, encouraging independence
Responsible for participating in and supporting the resident-centered activity program.
Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations
Vacuums, dusts, and cleans commons areas on schedule and as needed
Replaces things such as light bulbs, garbage liners, batteries, etc.