Resident Assistant/Caregiver

Ecumen; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Ecumen is seeking a Part Time Caregiver/Resident Assistant to support residents with personal care and daily living activities. Day shifts or overnights are available, with every other weekend rotation to accommodate staffing needs.

Responsibilities include documenting services, following care plans, and collaborating with the clinical team to ensure resident well-being and comfort.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Commitment to safety rules, regulations and policies.
• Experience working with seniors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and activities of daily living as delegated by the Clinical Director per care plan.
• Observe, document and report changes in residents' physical, cognitive or emotional condition.
• Promote independence and assist residents with daily routines and choices.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and follow care schedules.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Part Time Caregiver/Resident Assistant l Day Shifts or Overnights Available l Every other weekend rotation

The Resident Assistant is responsible for providing personal care and delegated health-related services designed to maintain the resident’s physical and emotional well-being. This position is responsible for following the service schedule for each resident and correctly documents services provided.

About Us:

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

The targeted pay range for this job is $19.50 - 23.00 per hour.

Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Assists with treatments and activities of daily living as delegated by the Clinical Director per individualized care plan including:
  • Dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, ambulation, transferring;
  • Assists with AM and HS cares including oral care as needed;
  • Incontinence care;
  • Assistive devices, glasses and hearing aids;
  • Medication administration as delegated by the RN
• Assists with medication, treatments and activities of daily living as delegated by the Clinical Director per individualized care plan.
• Observes, documents and reports changes in physical, cognitive and emotional condition of any of the residents.
• Promotes independence with residents, offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
• Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment and supports all team members within the community as directed by the Clinical Director or Registered Nurse.
• Completes scheduled cleaning tasks.
• Leads and assists resident activities as assigned.
• Responds appropriately to all safety hazards, call lights, requests and reassignment of duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Previous experience with working with seniors
• Certified Nursing Assistant CNA and/or Home Health Aide