Residential Aide Resource Kentwood

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides personal care assistance and instruction to residents, promoting their independence and quality of life. The Residential Aide also performs household tasks essential to the operation and cleanliness of the group home. The role is part-time, with variable shifts and days, including variable weekends. Listed hours of work are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., and 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.; weekly scheduled hours are 8.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days.
• American Heart Association First Aid certification required within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

• One year of relevant experience in a rehabilitation or health care setting.
• Michigan state driver’s license.
• Michigan state chauffeur license within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist and instruct residents with activities of daily living and personal care according to each resident’s care guidelines.
• Monitor residents’ health and report signs of illness to the supervisor or designated medical staff.
• Attend assigned staff meetings, resident care conferences, and in-service education programs.
• Dispense and chart medication according to each resident’s medication chart.
• Administer tube feedings and dressing changes, and assist with other medical care under RN supervision or direction as needed.
• Transport residents in company vehicles to community appointments, recreational events, and on-site day activities as assigned.
• At times, research and develop a monthly calendar of community events.
• Prepare meals according to dietary menus and resident dietary and swallowing guidelines, inviting resident participation as appropriate and consistent with care plans and goals.
• Maintain a clean, orderly foster home environment and perform daily laundry, inviting resident participation as appropriate and consistent with care plans and goals.
• Complete daily documentation on resident care provided, activities, goals addressed, health status, and behavior programming.
• Apply safety and infection-control policies and procedures to maintain a safe and clean environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals; eligibility depends on employment type and status.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with offers on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
• Optional identity theft protection and home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED