Resident Care Assistant - Compassionate Daily Support

GEMSTONE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Gemstone Senior Living Community is seeking a Resident Assistant to provide compassionate care, assist residents with ADLs, and support daily living activities. You will work within the Resident Services Department under the Director of Nursing to promote independence and well-being.

The role requires teamwork, reliability, and a cheerful attitude, with responsibilities spanning personal care, dining, mobility, documentation, and safety awareness in a senior living setting.

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassion for seniors while upholding privacy and dignity.
• Ability to organize and manage time with minimal supervision.
• Team player who works well with residents, families and staff.
• Well-groomed appearance and adherence to dress code.
• Cheerful, enthusiastic attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good reading, writing and verbal communication with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs including wardrobe, personal hygiene, ambulation, and stand by assist transferring.
• Assist in daily tasks such as housekeeping, laundry, use of telephone, and mail delivery.
• Observe and report changes in resident's condition and status to Director of Nursing.
• Conduct rounds to monitor for hazards or incidents.
• Assist with medication reminders or cueing.
• Assist in dining including setting up tables for all meals, escorting residents to dining room, serving, and clean up.
• Complete required documentation prior to end of shift.
• Maintain Wellness Center and Breakroom in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Report maintenance issues by phone to the Executive Director or Director of Nursing; document emergencies.
• Report to duty on time and not incur overtime without approval.

Skills

Empathy toward seniors

Time management

Teamwork

Professional appearance

Positive attitude

Communication

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Gemstone Senior Living Community is seeking a Resident Assistant to provide compassionate care, assist residents with ADLs, and support daily living activities. You will work within the Resident Services Department under the Director of Nursing to promote independence and well-being.

The role requires teamwork, reliability, and a cheerful attitude, with responsibilities spanning personal care, dining, mobility, documentation, and safety awareness in a senior living setting.