RS17 Personal Services Assistant I-part time

Boundarycountyid; Idaho; On-site; USD 18,673 - 26,594; Part time

Job summary

Boundary County is seeking a Part Time Resident Care Aide to assist residents with daily living tasks and housekeeping needs. The role emphasizes independence, resident choice, and dignity, with a requirement to obtain MED CERTIFIED status within 90 days.

A shift differential of $0.30 per hour applies for evening and night hours. Ideal candidates will hold a High School diploma or GED and demonstrate strong verbal and written communication.

Qualifications

• High School or GED completed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Must pass Criminal History background check with fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to residents with day-to-day activities of daily living.
• Perform personal and housekeeping tasks as needed to assist residents.
• Promote independence and respect resident choices and dignity.
• Communicate effectively with the care team and supervisors.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Basic Details:

Currently Hiring: Yes
Position Type: Part Time
Starting Wage: $16.43 per hour
Department:
Immediate Supervisor:
Overall Supervisor:
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Job Summary:

Provides support to residents with day-to-day needs of daily life. Performs personal and housekeeping tasks to the degree a resident cannot do for themselves. As a member of a team, encourage independence, support resident choice and preserve resident dignity in an ethical and professional manner. Needs to be willing to become MED CERTIFIED within 90 days of employment. NOTE: There is a $0.30 per hour shift differential pay increase for hours worked from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Upon Medication Certification hourly rate increases TO $16.73 per hour.

Minimum Education / Qualifications Required:

High School or GED. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to read and comprehend written instructions. Must be able to communicate and deal effectively with the elderly. Must pass Criminal History background check, including fingerprinting, and meet all requirements outlined in the Rules for Licensed Residential and Assisted Living Facilities in Idaho. When hired, Boundary County will require First Aid and CPR certification which Boundary County pays for. The Idaho Food Handlers Course may be required if deemed necessary by the Restorium Administrator. Prior direct care experience in similar setting preferred.

Typical Work Environment And Physical Requirements:

• Stand or walk up to eight hours a day
• Sit up to two hours a day
• Frequently support up to 70 pounds
• Occasionally lift/carry up to 20 pounds
• Frequently kneel, bend and reach
• Exposure to cleaning products, fumes, blood and body fluids