Resident Assistant, Part-Time

Ecumen; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Ecumen is seeking a part-time Resident Assistant to provide personal care and health-related services in a supportive environment for seniors. This role includes assisting with daily living activities and documenting care provided. If you are compassionate and committed to enhancing the lives of older adults, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Sick & Safe Time

6% 401(k) match

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Previous experience with working with seniors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily living activities including bathing, grooming, and eating.
• Observes and documents changes in the resident's condition.
• Promotes independence and self-help skills among residents.

Skills

Communication

Safety Procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Medication Administration

Job description

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:

Ecumen Prairie Lodge consists of 45 assisted living suites, as well as 15 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services and is in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.

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.

Opportunity Details:

Schedule:

• Part-Time
• Shift: 6:30am-2:45pm
  
  • 15.5 hours/pay period (every other Saturday/Sunday only & rotating holidays).

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $18.50 to $20.50 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 benefits package to our part-time team members including Sick & Safe Time, 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:

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:

• Must be 16 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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