What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Assistant position at American House Senior Living Communities?
Resident Assistant Position Summary
At our wellness community, Resident Assistants play a vital role in enhancing the lives of our residents. Under the guidance of RNs or LPNs, you’ll provide essential personal assistance, promoting functional independence and psychosocial well-being.
Available Shifts:
6am - 2pm
2pm - 10pm
10pm-6am
Duties and Responsibilities:
Companionship and Trust: Build rapport with residents, offering companionship and establishing trust.
Daily Living Assistance: Assist residents with activities of daily living, including ambulation, transfers, showering, personal hygiene, incontinence care, feeding, and reminders.
Engaging Activities: Organize and participate in group or one-on-one activities as requested by residents.
Safety First: Conduct daily tasks safely, adhering to all procedures.
Meal Service: Serve meals to residents and handle after-meal cleanup.
Room Maintenance: Ensure resident rooms remain clean and tidy throughout the day. Manage resident laundry as assigned.
Observation and Reporting: Observe residents closely, promptly reporting any concerns (skin issues, behavioral changes, etc.) to the Wellness Director.
Safety Regulations: Follow established safety guidelines, including fire protection, infection control, and quality assurance.
Positive Communication: Interact with family members, visitors, and volunteers in a customer service-oriented manner.
Health Monitoring: Report changes in residents’ psychosocial and physical conditions to the Wellness Director.
Incident Reporting: Notify the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director of complaints, grievances, or instances of abuse.
Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergency calls via the system.
Post-Mortem Care: Provide compassionate post-mortem care as instructed.
Documentation: Complete all necessary paperwork accurately.
Training and Compliance: Attend Wellness meetings and mandatory trainings to ensure regulatory compliance.
Join us in upholding American House’s mission and philosophy while delivering exceptional care to our residents!
Resident Assistant Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both residents and staff
- Ability to lift, pull, push, carry 40 pounds and to move about the community quickly in order to provide emergency assistance to residents.
- Maintains a safe environment for patients and co-workers, transports patients and equipment as appropriate.
Resident Assistant Preferred Skill/Abilities:
- Experience working with Seniors
- CNA certification
- Previous experience in Assisted Living or Memory Care
Resident Assistant Education and Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent educational experience
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, TB test and physical
Company Overview
Founded in 1979, American House Senior Living Communities’ vision is to provide high-quality housing for senior at a price affordable for retirees and their families. That vision of excellence has endured for nearly 40 years and expanded to serve residents at a number of senior housing communities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve, providing an environment that fosters meaningful relationships. Our vision is to be an innovative senior housing company that created sustainable excellence and stakeholder value, with an unparalleled commitment to passionate care provided by compassionate people.
