ALF Resident Assistant

The resident assistant is a member of the Assisted Living team who, under the guidance and supervision of Named Supervisor, provides personal care and assistance to residents in their home environment. Under periodic but regular supervision of Named Supervisor, the resident assistant performs observations designed to assist in the gathering of data relevant to the residents’ needs and performs care for the residents as indicated, utilizing equipment or supportive therapy as ordered.

The resident assistant provides basic personal care, including bath and hygiene care, meal assistance, resident transfers and assistance with ambulation and range of motion. The resident assistant will assist with household duties, such as laundry, ironing, vacuuming, preparing the dining rooms for meals, cleaning after meals, and serving meals to the residents. The resident assistant is responsible for communicating with the Named Supervisor, resident and family as indicated.

Documentation is completed per protocol. The resident assistant is responsible for complying with policies regarding health and safety in the home environment.