Resident Assistant

Gemstoneslc; Lewisville (TX); Vor Ort; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Gemstone Senior Living Communities in Lewisville, TX is seeking a caring Resident Assistant to support residents with daily living activities while maintaining independence. You will assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), housekeeping, laundry, dining, and accompany residents to meals, while observing and reporting changes to the Wellness Director.

This role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and a Residents First approach.

Qualifikationen

• Six months of work experience in a senior living setting is preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Background check required.
• Reliable transportation.

Aufgaben

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including hygiene, dressing, ambulation, and transfers.
• Assist in housekeeping, laundry, use of telephone, and mail delivery.
• Observe and report changes in residents' condition to Wellness Director.
• Conduct rounds to monitor hazards or incidents and assist with dining arrangements.
• Complete required documentation prior to end of shift.

Kenntnisse

Compassion

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Reliability

Jobbeschreibung

Resident Assistant# Resident AssistantHot JobLewisville - Lewisville, TX 75077## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionOur Resident Assistants are caring and compassionate individuals that provide personal care and assist each Resident while maintaining their independence. This position works within the Resident Services Department, reporting to the Wellness Director. We are looking for compassionate and caring individuals to join our team to uphold our \"Residents First\" philosophy. Our Resident Assistants provide all care in a positive manner to enhance the Residents life at our Gemstone Senior Living Communities.Key Responsibilities: * Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) this includes: wardrobe, personal hygiene, ambulation, and stand by assist transferring* Assist in daily task such as Housekeeping, Laundry, Use of telephone, and Mail delivery Observe and Report changes in Resident's condition and status to Wellness Director* Conduct rounds to monitor for hazards or incidents* Assist with medication, medication reminders or cueing* Assist in dining including setting up tables for all meals, escorting residents to dining room, serving, and clean up* Resident Assistant is responsible for shift to shift report, checking the Service Plan Book for changes and assignments and the Communication Book for memos and in-services due.* Complete required documentation (i.e.: incident reports, charting, rounding sheet) prior to end of shift. No exceptions.* Maintain Wellness Center and Breakroom in a neat and orderly fashion.* Reports emergency maintenance issues by phone to the Executive Director or Wellness Director. If not, an emergency you must document in the communication log.* Resident Assistant is responsible for reporting to duty on time and not incurring overtime without approval.## QualificationsSkills/Requirements: * Desire to work with seniors in an environment that upholds their privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality.* Able to organize and utilize time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision.* Able to work well with others and to function effectively as part of a team.* Well-groomed and a willingness to follow dress requirements.* Cheerful, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn new knowledge/skills.* Resident Assistant is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, fingers, feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, hear, and smell.* Must be capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds or more.* While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.* Background check required.* Reliable transportation* Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively with Residents, Families, Guests, and other associates* Six months of work experience in a senior living setting is referred* Must be 18 years of age. High School Graduate or GED preferred. It is not required to be a CNA (Certified Nursing Aide) to apply