Resident Assistant

GEMSTONE SENIOR LIVING AT KENWOOD LLC; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMSTONE SENIOR LIVING AT KENWOOD LLC is seeking compassionate Resident Assistants to support seniors in daily living, helping with hygiene, mobility, meals, and personal care while preserving independence.

You will work within the Resident Services Department under the Wellness Director, document care, monitor changes, and collaborate daily with a caring team to uphold our Residents First philosophy, while ensuring safety and comfort for every resident.

Qualifications

• Six months of work experience in a senior living setting.
• Desire to work with seniors while upholding privacy, dignity, independence.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively with Residents and families.
• Must be 18 years of age; High School Graduate or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including hygiene and ambulation.
• Assist in dining, serving, and cleanup.
• Observe and report changes in residents' condition to Wellness Director.
• Complete required documentation before end of shift.
• Maintain Wellness Center and Breakroom in neat condition.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain logs.

Job description

Our 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 transferringAssist 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 DirectorConduct rounds to monitor for hazards or incidentsAssist with medication, medication reminders or cueingAssist in dining including setting up tables for all meals, escorting residents to dining room, serving, and clean upResident 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.Skills/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 transportationMust be able to read, write, and communicate effectively with Residents, Families, Guests, and other associatesSix months of work experience in a senior living setting is referredMust be 18 years of age. High School Graduate or GED preferred. It is not required to be a CNA (Certified Nursing Aide) to apply