Daytime Resident Care Associate

WindRiver Management Corporation; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

WindRiver Management Corporation in Lafayette, Louisiana, is hiring a Resident Care Partner to assist residents with daily living activities and enhance their quality of life. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining resident dignity, safety, and confidentiality while providing personal and routine care.

The role involves interacting positively with residents and staff, supporting recreational activities, and ensuring a safe environment. Applicants should have a high school diploma and experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Ability to assist cognitively impaired individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living tasks like bathing and grooming.
• Respond promptly to resident needs and maintain dignity.
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions.

Skills

Caring for cognitively impaired individuals

Assistance with daily living activities

Communication in English

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA or HHA certification (if required)

Tools

Standard household equipment

Job description

Summary

The Resident Care Partner is responsible for providing personal assistance and routine daily care and services related to the residents in accordance with the Resident Care Profile, and as may be directed by the Executive Director and Wellness Director in order to enhance the residents’ independence and quality of life. In addition, the Resident Care Partner is responsible for assisting residents with recreational activities to help maintain their optimum level of functioning.

Position Details

Reports to: Wellness Director

Hours: 7am-7pm

Location: The Vincent

Essential Functions, Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist residents in their Activities of Daily Living (ADL) tasks as needed and directed. This includes bathing, grooming, personal and dental hygiene, transportation to meals and activities, bowel and bladder functions (e.g., take to bathroom, portable commode, change incontinence products, etc.), shaving, dressing, and hair care.
• Respond to resident’s needs promptly while maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality.
• Assist residents into and out of bed and wheelchair as needed, following safe lifting/transferring techniques.
• Assist residents at mealtime, providing assistance with serving meals and clearing tables after each meal, as directed. Deliver room trays, as directed.
• Encourage residents to participate in daily activities such as bed making, laundry, and setting tables.
• Encourage and assist residents in keeping rooms neat and maintaining a safe environment.
• Assure that residents are dressed and groomed appropriately.
• Communicate any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately.
• Respond timely to resident pull cords/alerts. Carry walkie‑talkie/mobile device on person and respond as required.
• Assist Activities Department staff in carrying out planned activities. Assist residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
• Assure that resident care sign‑off sheets are completed by the end of each shift.
• Assist new residents with arranging personal items and help them to familiarize themselves with new surroundings, by introducing them to other residents.
• Use Standard Precautions and follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.
• Perform fire and safety procedures when needed to assure resident/staff safety.
• Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families and visitors.
• Attend scheduled in‑service classes and mandatory staff meetings.
• Maintain all required certifications/licenses as required by state law.
• Provide support to community’s marketing efforts through positive/friendly interaction during all property tours and telephone contact with the public, and as directed by a supervisor.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards.
• Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co‑workers and other departments.
• Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress. Must follow the dress code.
• Perform care using proper infection control techniques.
• May float to Memory Care Center as business needs arise.
• Provide services consistent with care plans/service plans.
• Report unusual occurrences and incidents per policy.
• Anticipate needs of residents and report variances in care appropriately.
• Perform work as scheduled, understanding work schedules may change due to business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Wellness Director, Memory Care Director (if in Memory Care), or Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older. High school diploma or equivalent. May require additional certification such as Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide as required by state or board regulations.

Experience

One‑year experience in a health care environment or equivalent preferred.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to do simple mathematical calculations.

Reasoning Skills

Ability to work patiently with cognitively impaired individuals.

Oral/Written Communication Skills

Ability to read, write, and speak English. Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Equipment Used

Standard household equipment (dishwasher, iron, vacuum cleaner, washer, dryer).

Physical Effort

Must be mobile. Ability to assist cognitively impaired people with activities of daily living. Must be physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks.

Personal Characteristics

Possesses good character and displays high degree of personal integrity. Ability to work with others in providing care. Ability to show sincere compassion towards cognitively impaired older adults. Demonstrates genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of older people and their families.

Working Conditions

Air‑conditioned, well‑lighted health care environment. In Memory Care Center, ability to work in secured area with heavy interaction with a cognitively impaired population.