Resident Assistant

GEMSTONE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMSTONE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY is seeking a compassionate Resident Assistant to support residents with daily living activities and personal care. This role reports to the Wellness Director and requires attention to safety, documentation, and teamwork in a senior living setting.

The ideal candidate will assist with ADLs, dining, and mobility, while maintaining residents' independence and dignity. Must be 18+, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and have reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months of senior living experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively with Residents, Families, Guests, and associates.
• Must be 18+ years of age and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including wardrobe, personal hygiene, ambulation, and transfers.
• Assist in daily tasks such as housekeeping, laundry, use of telephone, and mail delivery.
• Observe and report changes in Residents' condition to Wellness Director.
• Conduct rounds to monitor for hazards or incidents.
• Assist with medication reminders or cueing.
• Assist in dining: setting tables, escorting residents to dining room, serving, and cleanup.
• Complete required documentation before end of shift (incident reports, charting, rounding sheet).
• Maintain Wellness Center and breakroom in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Report emergency maintenance issues by phone to Executive Director or Wellness Director; document emergencies if needed.
• Report for duty on time and avoid overtime without approval.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

ADL assistance

Team collaboration

Time management

Well-groomed

Positive attitude

Effective communication

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

HS Diploma or GED

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