Resident Care Attendant

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Terrace, a beautiful personal care community located in the heart of Squirrel Hill, is seeking Resident Attendants on ALL SHIFTS!!!

Job Summary:

The Resident Attendant, as part of the direct service team, is responsible for assisting residents in maintaining their optimal level of functioning. He/She must understand and carry out the wellness holistic philosophy of the Jewish Association on Aging. The Resident Care Attendant must have a personal commitment to promote and advocate dignity, respect, individual rights, and a feeling of self-worth for each resident. The duties will encompass the areas of activities, assisting residents with their medication, meal services, and personal care, but will not be limited to just these areas. He/She must have the ability to work independently and cooperatively with other disciplines. Flexibility in adapting to the changing needs of the residents is essential.

Job Duties/Responsibilities of Resident Attendant:

• Assist in maintaining a safe environment by being aware of hazards, and remove them as needed.
• Must be knowledgeable about fire and disaster procedures and participate in monthly fire drills.
• Be alert to fire hazards and observe and enforce the facility’s no smoking policy.
• Assist with personal care of the residents, as needed. This includes, but is not limited to, all ADL’s, bathing, dressing/undressing, oral hygiene, skin care, bladder and bowel function, bed making, and laundry. Dressing includes, but is not limited to, shoes, socks, tying shoe laces, fastening buttons, zippers, and Ted hose.
• Answer emergency lights promptly; assist with all emergencies as appropriate.
• Observe residents for physical, cognitive, behavioral, and social changes and report to supervisors immediately.
• Perform dining room duties in the resident dining room during meals. This includes, but is not limited to, escorting residents to meals and completing meal requests.
• Assist with light housekeeping chores. For example, organize closets, drawers, clean refrigerators and cabinets and any other light housekeeping chores that are important to the residents’ health, safety and sense of well being.
• Escort residents within Weinberg Terrace to any activities and/or programs as needed.
• Communicate with residents in a simple, concise, adult and respectful manner.
• Observe the policies and rules of the facility, as described in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to, Dress Code, Conduct Code and Attendance Policies.
• Communicate with co-workers and supervisors via written and oral means to ensure continuity of care.
• Promote, maintain and enhance each resident’s quality of life through socialization, communication, and participation in activities.
• Observe and be aware of each resident’s whereabouts.
• Respect and uphold the religious laws of the facility.
• Treat information regarding residents, families, and staff in confidential manner.
• Provide incontinence care to residents as needed.
• Participate in staff development programs such as attending scheduled in-services

Required Education, Training and Experience Resident Attendant:

• High school diploma/GED
• Ability to read and write and to carry out instructions.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification-will be provided
• Current medication administration training-will be provided
• Maintain annual required 12 CEUs which include but is not limited to Annual Mandatory Training hours.

Required Skills and Abilities of Resident Attendant:

• Must have the communication skills (written and oral) necessary to work with residents, families and colleagues as a team member.
• Must maintain positive working relationships with personnel from all departments.
• Must observe the basic principles of good nutrition, personal hygiene, and infection control when caring for residents.
• Must document properly those procedures done as part of assignment.

Covid vaccinations required. Exceptions only as required by law.

EOE'
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What is your work availability?
• Why are you interested in this position?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Resident Care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person