Resident Assistant

Position: Resident Assistant | 7:00am - 3:00pm
The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community.## Responsibilities
* Reports incidents involving residents, including care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (e.g., HCD, RN/LPN, or ED).
* Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position.
* Assists residents with activities of daily living.
* Performs housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds and cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining rooms, etc., as directed by the supervisor.
* Responds promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts.
* Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies.
* Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
* Follows confidentiality policies regarding the release of resident information.
* Assists residents to and from the dining room and to and from activities.
* Checks on residents and ensures attendance at meals and activities.
* Checks on residents who are ill and reports their status or concerns to appropriate individuals.
* Communicates verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers.
* Assists new residents with the move-in transition by providing emotional support.
* Performs other duties as assigned.## Requirements
* Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
* Must have successfully completed an approved personal care aide program per state regulations, as applicable.
* Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
* Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
* Must be a contributing member of the nursing team and follow the instructions of the supervisor.
* Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times.
* Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
* Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push or carry 25 lbs.
* Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
* Must wear the designated uniform during working hours, including a name badge.
* Must be CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
* Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
* Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings.
* Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.