Resident Assistant: Day & Evening Shift

Provision Living • Chesterfield, MO

3d

About The Position

Provision Living is seeking a reliable, supportive, and caring Resident Assistant who is passionate about working with older adults in a culture of care and support. The Resident Assistant provides support with residents’ activities of daily living, fosters independence and individuality, and respects and protects each resident’s right to privacy in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations. The role also supports the team in optimizing residents’ well-being and overall experience. The position reports to the Director of Nursing and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 0–2 years of previous work experience.
• Clearly communicate with residents, employees, resident families, and visitors.
• Read and interpret general directives.
• Effectively respond to questions from employees, managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Organize work among fellow employees to ensure all work is complete.
• Read proper dosage measure amounts.
• Identify problems and use problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Maintain and promote a good working relationship with staff, families, and residents.
• Exhibit and promote a high level of customer service and hospitality toward residents, employees, visitors, and the community.
• Be prepared for the possibility of working with residents who may exhibit disruptive behaviors, including verbal or physical contact issues.
• Routinely sit, stand, walk, handle and feel with hands, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear; occasionally crouch and lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Have vision abilities that include seeing near and far distances.

Nice To Haves

• CNA certification.
• First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Support, encourage, and assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing support, medication reminders, clothing assistance, and other needs as appropriate.
• Escort residents to the dining room and activity events as needed.
• Respond promptly to the Emergency Call System to assist residents.
• Report observed deviations or changes in residents to Management.
• Deliver meal trays to residents’ apartments upon request.
• Assist with housekeeping, including cleaning resident apartments and common areas and performing laundry duties.
• Assist with meal service, including serving residents in the dining room and cleanup such as washing dishes and mopping floors.
• Cross-train and assist in other areas as needed, including visitor tours, answering phones, and helping with activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED