AlmaVia of San Francisco - Resident Assistant

Transforming Age; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

AlmaVia of San Francisco is seeking a compassionate Resident Assistant/Caregiver to support residents with dementia and daily living activities. Shifts include morning, afternoon, and overnight, with on-call, part-time, and full-time options.

The role involves personal care, mobility assistance, meal and activity escort, and accurate electronic charting. The ideal candidate is at least 18, with prior experience in long-term care or as a CNA; strong English communication, computer skills, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• 6 months+ in long-term care, home care or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience with seniors or be a current CNA.
• Knowledge of older adults, aging process and dementia care.
• Working knowledge of computers and typing to use computerized Point of Care systems.
• Effective English verbal and written communication skills.
• Current First Aid Training and CA Title 22 regulations.
• Background check, drug screen, TB test may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care and services to residents with dementia per plans and philosophy of care.
• Helps residents with ADLs including bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom assistance and light housekeeping.
• Provides meal and activity escort—walking, wheelchair or walker.
• Documents care through electronic charting.
• Communicates with residents about their needs.
• Assists with hair care, oral hygiene, skin care and mobility with compassion.
• Monitors nourishment and supports meals and snacks.
• Observes and reports changes in resident condition.
• Uses computerized system to document resident status and services.
• Maintains clean and orderly living areas; handles laundry and housekeeping tasks.
• Reports equipment or supply needs to the Resident Care Director.
• Ensures proper care of equipment and supplies.
• Documents personal supplies used for resident care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Seniors care

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

First Aid Training (CA Title 22)

Tools

Electronic charting

Typing

Job description

Location:
AlmaVia of San Francisco
1 Thomas More Way
San Francisco CA 94132

Actual pay decision based on factors including experience, skills and training
$21.58 to $25.63 Hourly DOE

Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults?

AlmaVia of San Francisco is an enriching assisted living and memory care community, part of the Elder Care Alliance family. We provide exceptional, person-centered care that enhances the quality of life for our residents.

Our Culture of Excellence is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a commitment to the well-being of both our residents and our team members. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and compassion drive everything we do.

The position has morning, afternoon, and overnight shift openings for on call, part-time, and full-time.

Our Resident Assistant/Caregiver

• Provides personal care and services to residents with dementia in accordance with resident needs, individual service plans and the philosophy of supportive and resident centered care.
• Helps residents with activities of daily living including personal care, bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom assistance, light housekeeping, and group and individual activities.
• Provides meal and activity escort assistance - walking, wheelchair or walker.
• Documents care through electronic charting.
• Communicates with and responds to residents about their needs.
• Assists residents with hair care, oral hygiene, skin care, general grooming, toileting, and mobility in a caring and compassionate manner.
• Monitors nourishment, assists with providing meals, meal set-up and between-meal snacks.
• Observes and documents, and reports any change in residents' physical or behavioral condition.
• Effectively uses computerized system to communicate resident status and to document services provided.
• Maintains and ensures that resident living area and furnishings are clean and orderly, by making and/or changing beds, tidying apartment clean and removing laundry for washing.
• Reports any equipment or supply needs to the Resident Care Director.
• Ensures proper care of equipment and supplies.
• Documents any personal supplies used for resident care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Need To Succeed

• At least 18 years of age.
• 6 months or more in long term care, home care or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience working with seniors or be a current CNA, preferably in a long term care environment.
• Knowledge and experience working with older adults, the aging process and dementia care.
• Working knowledge of computers and typing, sufficient enough to be successful with computerized Point of Care and other systems
• Effective English verbal and written communication skills.
• Current First Aid Training and Certifications (per CA Title 22 regulations).
• Background check, drug screen, and other pre-employment screenings (Physical, Fingerprint, TB Test) may be required per state/local guidelines.