Resident Assistant - Senior Living

Good Samaritan; Waukon (IA); Sur place; USD 20 000 - 31 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Résumé du poste

Good Samaritan Society in Waukon, IA is seeking a Part-Time Resident Assistant to provide compassionate resident care on a day shift. You will assist with daily activities, meals, and personal care while maintaining safety and dignity for residents.

You’ll work with a team to follow care plans and report changes promptly. The role emphasizes resident comfort, respectful interactions, and adherence to center procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Lift assistance may be required; meet state age requirements when applicable.

Responsabilités

• Provide care to residents in a safe, respectful manner.
• Assist residents with daily activities and dining needs.
• Document care and communicate with team regarding resident needs.

Connaissances

Compassionate care

Communication

Safety awareness

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility

GSS IA Waukon Ctr

Location

Waukon, IA

Address

21 E Main St, Waukon, IA 52172, USA

Shift

Day

Job Schedule

Part time

Weekly Hours

20.00

Salary Range

$14.50 - $22.50

Department Details

The Good Samaritan Society in Waukon, IA is a small facility with a big heart! Our staff are compassionate and dedicated to the residents. The Sanford - Good Samaritan Society is proud to be one of the largest non-profit providers of senior services in the US. We believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity and compassion. Are you ready to change lives, maybe even your own? Sanford-Good Samaritan Society in Waukon is now seeking a Part-Time Resident Assistant.

Job Summary

Provides care to assigned residents in a caring, safe and efficient manner and is responsible to perform according to location standards, procedures and individualized resident care plans. Dependent on the location, participates in structured training sessions to acquire skills to obtain certification to provide a higher level of resident care. Helps residents with outerwear or shoes as needed. Assures residents' spiritual needs are met by willing and employees (Self or others). Assists residents by passing snacks and trays, pouring beverages as needed, and maintaining pleasant dining atmosphere. Assists residents in maintaining proper and clean appearance. Safeguards residents' property. Keeps residents' living areas pleasant and orderly. Provides residents with opportunities for independence and choice consistent with their care plans. Maintains residents' self-esteem, privacy, and confidentiality of personal information. Documents care provided to residents. Receives and shares information; observes and reports residents' conditions to appropriate staff. Works with team members and other staff members in a helpful, respectful, and courteous manner. Assists residents in meeting their social needs through interaction with staff, family, and other residents. Responds appropriately to resident requests for help and maintains positive relationships with residents' friends and family members. Responds promptly to residents' call lights. Assists residents in meeting their social needs through interaction with staff, family, and other residents. Seeks clarification of assignments and asks questions when needed. Expresses ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing. Requests ongoing feedback on task performance. Completes documentation as assigned. Listens effectively, shares work-related information with appropriate staff members. Keeps supervisor informed. Maintains safe work practices and follows center/campus safety procedures. Follows center/campus infection control procedures.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. If working at a facility in which a lift is utilized to move residents, must meet the minimum state age requirement.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

EEO Statement

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Drug Free Workplace Policy

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Reference Information

Req Number: R-0276470

Job Function: Nursing

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