Resident Assistant

Century Park Associates; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Century Park Associates in Tennessee is hiring part-time Resident Assistant/Care Aide day and night shifts. You will provide quality assisted living support, help with daily activities, meals, and mobility, and report changes to the nursing team.

A compassionate approach and ability to work with residents under supervision are essential. Preferred CNA/HHA credentials and CPR training; high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year experience in senior services preferred.
• CNA certification or Home Health Aide certification preferred.
• CPR certification upon hire or during Orientation; must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with activities of daily living per care plan.
• Reads 24 hour log at start of shift.
• Makes rounds and checks resident care needs.
• Assists with clothing choices and weather-appropriate attire.
• Keeps residents clean and dry; assists incontinent residents.
• Assists with ambulation and use of mobility aids.
• Assists during meals and dining area supervision.
• Encourages participation in activities.
• Shampoos hair weekly if needed.
• Makes beds and light housekeeping in apartments and common areas.
• Prepares residents for activities, meals, appointments.
• Delivers meals and assists with setup or feeding as needed.
• Verifies resident attendance at meals and follows up as required.
• Reports changes in resident condition to Nurse/Director.
• Welcomes new residents and assists with move-in adjustments.
• Complies with infection control guidelines.

Skills

Patience

Cheerful disposition

Communication

Independent decision making

Work under minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State CNA/HHA certification (if required by state)

CPR certification

Job description

Come join our team! We are hiring for Part time day and night RA's.

Position Summary

The Resident Assistant/Care Aide delivers quality assisted living services focused on maximizing resident's individual capabilities in accordance with all laws, regulations and Century Park standards. Reports to Resident Care Director.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year experience in senior services preferred
• Must have State Trained Nursing Assistant certification (if required by State)
• CNA certification or Home Health Aide certification preferred
• Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during Orientation. Certification must remain current during employment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Assists residents with activities of daily living as designated in care plan (i.e., dressing, toileting, hair care, bathing)
• Reads 24 hour log at beginning of shift
• Makes routine rounds as scheduled and checks with residents to ensure care needs are being met
• Assists residents with clothing choices appropriate for the day’s weather, clean and stain free
• Assists with incontinent residents, routinely checking clothing and linens to keep residents clean and dry
• Assists resident with ambulation and use of walkers, canes, wheelchairs, etc.
• Assists residents during meal times in the dining area
• Encourages residents to participate in activities
• Shampoos hair weekly if not done by beautician
• Makes beds daily and perform light housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas as designated
• Prepares residents for activities, meals, appointments, etc.
• Delivers meals and assists with set up or feeding as needed
• Verifies residents are present for meals and checks on those not attending unless notified otherwise in advance
• Reports all changes in resident conditions to Nurse, Resident Care Director or Executive Director
• Welcomes new residents and assists with adjustment to communityAssists residents with packing/unpacking (storing, labeling and inventorying belongings upon move in)
• Compliant with infection control guidelines

Additional Requirements

• Must enjoy serving seniors
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to handle difficult residents
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must perform efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park's Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training

Who We Are

At Century Park Associates, we are dedicated to creating an enriching lifestyle for our residents and a rewarding work environment for our valued associates. We take pride in providing an atmosphere where relationships of trust, leadership and personal ethics are not only valued, but expected of all our associates. Our "people come first" approach ensures that excellence, respect and outstanding service are apparent in all we do as an organization. We believe in caring for and loving our residents and strongly support their ability to continue growing, learning and contributing. Every day, team members at Century Park Associates choose to go beyond their job descriptions, exceeding expectations, on behalf of their residents. They have learned that those who go the extra mile receive rewards happiness of heart and peace of mind.