What are the responsibilities and job description for the Support Care Aide position at Riverview Lutheran Retirement Community of Spokane?
At Riverview Retirement Community’s RiverCare, we believe in providing a peaceful, supportive environment for those navigating the end-of-life journey. We’re looking for dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our House for Hospice team, working around the clock to ensure that our clients and their families feel cared for and at ease. As a Support Care Aide, your role will be essential to creating a comfortable, clean, and nurturing home-like atmosphere, where clients and their loved ones can focus on what truly matters.
Support Care Aide Benefits & Perks:
All Employees Enjoy:
- Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a variety of schedule options that promote a healthy work-life balance.
- On-demand Pay Option: Access your earned wages whenever you want.
- Staff Appreciation: Take part in staff appreciation events and benefit from our generous employee referral bonus programs.
- Advancement Opportunities: Grow your career with us through various advancement opportunities.
- Access to Amenities: Benefit from complimentary use of our state-of-the-art aquatics and fitness center, including pools, spa, and indoor walking track, as well as our RiverBrew Campus Cafe for delicious drinks and food.
The following benefits are offered to full-time employees (30 hours):
- Paid Medical and Dental plans as well as other plan options for an additional cost to the employee.
- Vision plan, Short-Term Disability coverage and optional Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Paid Long-Term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Optional spouse/dependent coverage for our Medical, Dental, Vision and optional Life/AD&D Insurance plans at an additional cost to the employee.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
The following benefits are offered to both full and part-time employees (20 hours):
- 403b Retirement plan options with company matching ranging from 1%-4% of the employee's contribution (full and part-time employees, 20 hours).
- PTO is accrued per hour worked and accrual rates vary based on years of service completed.
- Paid Holidays (10 days per calendar year) and paid sick leave.
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Support Care Aide Job Responsibilities:
- Cleaning and Maintenance: Ensure rooms, bathrooms, and common areas remain tidy and hygienic, carrying out dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping as needed.
- Laundry Services: Oversee all aspects of laundry, including washing, drying, folding, and organizing linens and personal items to ensure cleanliness and comfort.
- Meal Preparation: Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks, accommodating dietary needs and preferences and cooking or baking as needed.
- Shopping and Stocking: Take responsibility for grocery shopping, keeping kitchen supplies, toiletries, and household essentials stocked and well-organized.
- Household Management: Maintain a well-organized environment by managing inventory, ordering supplies, and keeping detailed expense records.
- Compassionate Support: Provide a warm, empathetic presence for clients and families, engaging with them thoughtfully while respecting their privacy and confidentiality.
Support Care Aide Job Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to follow oral and written directions and complete work as assigned.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality about client services and personal information.
- Ability to perform physical tasks related to cleaning and maintenance.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic understanding of nutrition and ability to follow dietary guidelines.
- Basic skills in cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
- A strong commitment to compassionate care and sensitivity to the needs of end-of-life clients and their families.
- Strong organizational abilities to manage household tasks and inventory efficiently and with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to connect warmly and respectfully with clients and their families.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time and part-time positions - flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to ensure continuous coverage.
- Physical work environment involving standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please visit our website at https://riverviewretirement.org for more information or to apply!
Email HR with questions or send your resume to hr@riverviewretirement.org.
RiverCare at Riverview Retirement Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Why Choose RiverCare at Riverview Retirement Community?
By joining our House for Hospice team, you will play a vital role in making a profound impact on the lives of our clients and their families in our care. At RiverCare, we value teamwork, integrity, and compassion, and are committed to supporting our employees in their journey to provide the highest quality of care.
