Resident Assistant - Caregiver (Part Time 2pm-10pm)

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY in Prattville, AL seeks a Resident Assistant / Caregiver to provide quality care and assist residents with daily living according to policies and individual plans.

You will help with meals, mobility, personal care, ongoing safety, and communicate changes to the wellness nurse. This part-time role requires English proficiency and a caring, patient approach to enhance residents’ independence.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving for older adults preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Desire to work with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care and support with daily living activities.
• Assist with meals, mobility, and personal care as needed.
• Follow resident care plans and report changes to supervisors.
• Maintain dignity, encourage independence and respect resident rights.
• Ensure safety and proper body mechanics and OSHA compliance.
• Attend staff meetings and communicate resident information to the team.

Skills

Caregiving experience

English literacy

Desire to work with older adults

Education

Resident care training

Job description

• Location 2102 Summit Pkwy,Prattville, AL, 36066,United States
• Base Pay $13.50 / Hour
• Employee Type Part Time

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Resident Assistant / Caregiver

• The Resident Assistant / Caregiver will provide quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the residence philosophy and policies, and resident rights
• Assist residents in meeting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Adhere to each resident’s individual service plan, notify the Resident Services Director and Wellness Nurse of any changes in the resident’s condition.
• Answer and respond immediately to resident calls.
• Assist residents with their activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.
• Check on residents every two hours and document and report findings.
• Assist with resident activities, encourage and assist residents to participate in activities.
• Encourage residents to attend meals in the dining room, escort residents to and from the dining room, assist with serving meals, assist residents with meals in ways that meet their individual needs and desires, observe and report changes in the residents’ appetite and physical abilities to eat and drink.
• Assist with cleaning the dining room after the meal service as assigned.
• Assist with cleaning and tidying residents’ room/apartment.
• Assist with residents’ personal laundry as needed.
• Establish and maintain good relationship with residents and their families.
• Dispose of all incontinent products according to OSHA regulations and residence policy.
• Practice proper body mechanics when lifting and follow safety guidelines according to residence policies and procedures.
• Respond to resident emergencies following proper residence policy and procedure.
• Offer choice, maintain dignity, and promote individuality for all residents.
• Protect and maintain resident rights.
• Encourage and support resident independence.
• Carry out all duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Communications

• The Resident Assistant / Caregiver will attend all regular staff meetings and required training sessions.
• Effectively communicate information pertaining to the residents on a “need to know” basis to other team members according to the residence policies and procedures.
• Notify your supervisor or the wellness nurse if you observe a change in a resident’s condition.
• Respond to on-the-job injuries in accordance with the community’s policies and procedures.
• Notify your supervisor of any concerns or questions presented by the residents’ family members.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Experience in the care giving to older adults preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Desire to work with older adults

Knowledge Requirements

• Any required resident care training

Summary

As a Resident Assistant / Caregiver you will provide personalized care and service, uphold the philosophy of assisted living, and well being of the residents. Provide assistance and support with residents’ activities of daily living, and instrumental activities of daily living.