Resident Care Assistant - 1st Shift

Anam Care; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Anam Memory Care is seeking a caring Resident Care Assistant to enhance the quality of life for residents with dementia. This role involves assisting residents with daily activities, monitoring their safety, and contributing to a nurturing environment. Full-time or part-time positions available, with benefits including paid time off and holiday pay.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Plan/Match (full-time only)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred experience in assisted living or long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Monitor safety and well-being of residents.
• Participate in life enrichment activities.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Resident Care Assistant/Caregiver

Anam Memory Care

Rockford, IL

Anam Memory Care is a place of love, nurturing, and friendship for persons with dementia. We are committed to provide our residents with the highest quality of care - mind, heart, body and spirit - and are looking to add to our growing team of dedicated staff!

We are seeking a positive, hardworking, and caring Resident Care Assistant to contribute to the quality of life of our residents.

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Hours: 1st Shift (6:30am-3:00pm)

Benefits: Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan/Match (full-time status only)

Job responsibilities:

• Provides assistance to resident or cues resident in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) (dressing/undressing, personal hygiene, toileting, bathing, eating/drinking, mobility, etc.)
• Provides assistance to residents in instrumental activities of daily living (telephone use, housekeeping, care of personal belongings, laundry, etc.)
• Monitors safety and well-being of residents and living environment
• Documents and records critical data points of resident well-being
• Initiates and participates in life enrichment activities with the residents, in conjunction and collaboration with Life Enrichment staff
• Performs light housekeeping and maintenance tasks in order to assure and maintain a clean, orderly, and welcoming home environment for the residents
• Completes miscellaneous office/administrative tasks (monitoring supplies, printing forms, handling paperwork, etc.)
• Assists in preparing for and facilitating resident admissions, discharges, and transfers
• Other duties as requested

Job Skills & Qualifications

Required:

-High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

-Previous experience in assisted living, long term care, or other care environments

-Previous experience working with persons with dementia, older adults, or other populations needing physical or behavioral assistance

-Knowledge regarding the healthcare field

-Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or desire to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and grow within the healthcare field