Resident Assistant

American House Senior Living Communities; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate wellness team dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors. As a Resident Assistant, you will provide essential personal assistance, ensuring residents maintain their independence and wellness. This full-time position offers the opportunity to engage with residents, assist with daily activities, and foster a supportive community. If you have a passion for helping others and a desire to make a difference, this role is perfect for you. Enjoy a rewarding career in a nurturing environment where your contributions truly matter.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Must be able to follow detailed guidelines for routine decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities and maintain a clean environment.
• Observe and report changes in residents' conditions to the Wellness Director.

Skills

Effective communication

Routine decision-making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Resident Assistants are an essential part of our wellness team by providing personal assistance to residents and helping them maintain their highest level of functional independence and psychosocial wellness under the supervision of an RN or LPN.

Position Details

This is a full-time day shift position, 7:00am - 7:00pm, with rotating weekends.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist residents with activities of daily living, including ambulation, transferring, showering, personal hygiene, incontinence care, feeding, reminders, and supervision, following the individual care plan.
2. Engage residents in activities, conduct group or one-on-one activities as requested, and encourage socialization and participation in planned activities to foster friendships.
3. Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment; ensure resident rooms are tidy; perform scheduled housekeeping tasks such as laundry; serve meals in the dining room or apartments.
4. Encourage residents to eat a balanced diet, respecting their right of free choice; document and report any changes in eating habits.
5. Observe residents and report any changes in physical or psychosocial conditions, including skin issues, behavioral changes, speech, appearance, etc., to the Wellness Director.
6. Keep daily resident records according to company policies and procedures.
7. Follow safety protocols related to fire, infection control, bloodborne pathogens, hazardous waste, and quality assurance; respond promptly and positively to all assistance requests, including emergencies.
8. Report complaints, grievances, suspicions or instances of abuse to the Wellness or Executive Director.
9. Participate in wellness meetings and required training sessions to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication with residents and staff; ability to comprehend instructions and write simple correspondence.
• Ability to make routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with minimal independent judgment.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Experience with older adults
• CNA Certification
• Experience in Assisted Living or Memory Care
• Knowledge of dementia and related diseases

Education and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age of 18 years
• Pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, TB test, and physical

Physical Demands

• Standing, walking, sitting
• Use of hands and fingers
• Reaching, talking, hearing, vision
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Working Conditions

• Interaction with co-workers, clients, vendors
• Occasional evening, weekend, or night shifts
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, and biological hazards
• Potential injury risks from transferring or repositioning clients
• Exposure to latex and various drugs or chemicals

Company Overview

Founded in 1979, American House Senior Living Communities aims to provide high-quality, affordable senior housing. Our mission is to enrich residents' lives through meaningful relationships, with a commitment to passionate care by compassionate staff, fostering sustainable excellence and stakeholder value.