Resident Assistant, Full-Time

Ecumen; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

6% 401(k) match

Paid time off

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Ecumen Countryside in Owatonna, Minnesota, is hiring a Resident Assistant to provide personal care and delegated health-related services. The role requires no prior certification, with a robust onsite training program offered.

You will support residents with daily activities, assist with medications as delegated, and collaborate with a caring team in a safe, compliant setting. The position is full-time with evening shifts, weekends on a rotating schedule, and a competitive pay range.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities like dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, mobility, and transferring.
• Provide morning and evening care, including oral hygiene and incontinence care.
• Help with use of assistive devices such as glasses and hearing aids.
• Administer medications and treatments as delegated by the RN or Clinical Director.
• Observe and report changes in residents' physical, emotional, or cognitive condition.
• Encourage resident independence by offering choices and promoting self-care.
• Collaborate with team members in a flexible, fast-paced environment.
• Complete light cleaning tasks and support resident activities.
• Respond promptly to safety hazards, call lights, and team needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Verbal communication

Education

GED or high school diploma

Job description

The Resident Assistant (Caregiver, Nursing Assistant, CNA) 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.

There is no experience or certification needed for this position! We provide a robust onsite training program!

About Us: Ecumen Countryside is hiring a Resident Assistant. Ecumen Countryside consists of 61 assisted living rental apartment homes and is located in Owatonna, Minnesota. Join a leading nonprofit with over 160 years of experience, ranked as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider. Be part of a mission-driven team delivering compassionate care and fostering inclusivity for older adults.

Schedule: Full-Time. PMs - 2:30pm-10:45pm. Positions works various weekdays, every other weekend & rotating holidays.

Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $19.50 to $21.50 per hour. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits: Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Assist residents with daily activities like dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, mobility, and transferring.

2. Provide morning and evening care, including oral hygiene and incontinence care.

3. Help with use of assistive devices such as glasses and hearing aids.

4. Administer medications and treatments as delegated by the RN or Clinical Director.

5. Observe and report changes in residents' physical, emotional, or cognitive condition.

6. Encourage resident independence by offering choices and promoting self-care.

7. Collaborate with team members in a flexible, fast-paced environment.

8. Complete light cleaning tasks and support resident activities.

9. Respond promptly to safety hazards, call lights, and team needs.

10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Must be 17 years of age or older
• 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

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