Resident Assistant CBRF / RCAC

Ingleside Communities; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A senior living community in Chicago is seeking compassionate caregivers to assist residents with daily living activities and provide direct care. The role involves maintaining a clean environment and encouraging resident participation in activities. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a caring attitude. The community offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. This is a great chance to join a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Compassionate and self-motivated individuals are preferred.
• Previous experience working with the elderly is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Provide direct care and maintain a clean working environment.
• Encourage resident participation in leisure activities.

Skills

Compassionate

Good judgment

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Ingleside Communities is a not-for-profit community-based facility providing a continuum of senior living services from nursing and rehabilitation to assisted living, to senior apartments for the residents of Mt. Horeb and its surrounding communities. Ingleside is just a short 15-minute drive from the west side of Madison.

CBRF Available Positions:

AM Shift- 6:00 AM-2:30 PM or 7:00 AM-1:00 PM

PM Shift- 2:00 PM-10:30 PM

NOC Shift- 10:00 PM-6:30 AM

RCAC Available Positions:

AM Shift- 6:00 AM-2:30 PM or 7:00 AM-1:00 PM

PM Shift- 2:00 PM-10:30 PM

What do Resident Assistants / Caregivers do?

• Communicate and interact with residents, families and other health team members as an essential component of this position. Perform a variety of assistive care duties, under the direct supervision of the Manager, or Shift Leader to ensure the resident's Individual Service Plan (ISP) is being followed
• Encourage residents to maintain their independence
• Assist and guide residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as necessary
• Provide a home-like environment that encourages the optimum level of physical, emotional, psychological, social and spiritual activity
• Work independently, using sound judgment in the provision of personal and medical care, activities, and housekeeping/laundry services as scheduled
• Must maintain a caring attitude toward residents at all times and be capable of good judgment in all situations

We Offer a Competitive Wage and Benefits to Eligible Employees that Include:

• Evening (PM) and Night (NOC) shift differentials
• Hourly wage increase for working weekends, picking up shifts and working holidays
• 401k (with company match)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid CNA certification
• Career advancement within our company
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On Demand Pay with direct deposit
• Work with a supportive family dynamic team

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Assist with ADLs, provide direct care to residents, following the resident's assessment and ISP as necessary
• Give or assist with personal cares including but not limited to hygiene, oral care, showers, sponge baths, tub baths, shampoos and sets, nail and skin care
• Assist with toileting as necessary, including care of incontinent residents
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills to successfully interact with residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and community and government agencies
• Supervise or assist resident with taking medications and develop a working knowledge of medications and possible side effects. Take vital signs as directed by Manager or Shift Leader
• Report observations to Manager or Shift Leaders and document appropriately
• Maintain confidentiality of resident's records including identity, behavior and medical conditions
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, including performing house cleaning duties
• Wash, fold and put away laundry, distribute to appropriate residents, ensuring residents names are on all clothing, towels, sets, socks, and etc. at all times
• Arrange and assist with leisure activities as shown on activity board and encourage resident participation
• Assist with restorative activity, ambulation, range of motion as instructed by the Administrators or Shift Leaders

Experience and Training Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Compassionate, self-motivated
• Must have transportation to and from the facility
• Certification in Standard Precautions
• Certification in First Aid and Choking
• Certification in Fire Safety Training
• Medication and Diabetic certification
• Previous experience working directly with the elderly preferred but not required

Our core values

Are based on five pillars: Do the right thing, Foster positive relationships, Be committed, Be innovative, and Coach, guide and lead. We are looking for positive, collaborative team members who show leadership, are respectful, and overflow with integrity, care, and hard work.

We encourage you to apply and become part of our family today!