Resident Assistant

Five Star Senior Living; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking compassionate Caregivers to support residents in their daily activities. This rewarding role involves assisting with personal hygiene, medication supervision, and providing emotional support to enhance the quality of life for residents. Ideal candidates will possess strong emotional intelligence, a dedication to the medical field, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Join a caring community where your contributions make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old or meet state age requirements.
• Strong emotional intelligence and dedication to caregiving.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal hygiene and daily tasks.
• Observe and report on residents' health and provide emotional support.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Listening Skills

Customer Service

Caregiving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity

The Caregiver position provides support for our community’s residents with the essential day-to-day tasks they can no longer perform or need help with. Caregivers are responsible for helping people with their daily tasks, such as laundry, cleaning, bathing, dressing, and taking their medication. Successful Caregivers are sensitive, respectful and are passionate about helping those in need.

What You’ll Do

• Helping with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Supporting residents with medication
• Repositioning residents in bed and escorting them around the community
• Toileting, incontinent care
• Take vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate and pulse
• Observe and report on residents’ health, escalating any problems efficiently and effectively
• Detail daily reports to Nurse, or designated charge person, at end of shift
• Provide emotional support and serve as a source of comfort for residents and their loved ones
• Assist residents with mobility by helping them get in and out of bed, chairs, or wheelchairs
• Assist residents with eating and drinking
• Responsibilities include customer service, caregiving, resident safety and communication

What You’ll Bring

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, although mandatory in certain states
• Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old, or the age required by state regulations, whichever is higher
• Working experience alone, on a team, and on projects start to finish
• Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills
• Dedication to the medical field, especially towards working with the residents
• Must pass State and company background checks and drug test
• Take vital signs
• Assisting resident with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Medication supervision (within the scope of the state regulations)
• Read, write, speak and understand the English language