Resident Care Assistant 1
US-NY-North Chili
careers
Req #: 6007
Type: Regular Part-Time
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Overview: Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Community is hiring a part-time 24 hour Resident Care Assistant to work the evening shift. Under the general direction of the Supervisor-In-Charge, the Resident Care Assistant provides direct personal care and assistance to residents as needed. The pay range for this opportunity is $16.25 - $16.55 per hour. Why work for DePaul? * Make a positive difference in someone's life * Supportive work environment * We value diversity * Opportunity for professional development and career advancement * Excellent benefits and competitive wages Responsibilities: * Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a positive, caring attitude toward all residents, staff and guests * Assists residents with bathing, personal care and oral hygiene. * Assists residents with choice of attire and care of clothing. * Reminds residents of meal times and monitors meal attendance.. * Makes beds daily and changes bedding and linens weekly or as needed. * Performs rounds on each resident at the beginning and end of each shift. * Documents and reports all concerns to the supervisor; (i.e. changes in behavior, evidence of illness etc.) * Assists relatives, guests and visitors as needed or requested. Will also assist with room preparation and welcome of new residents. * Reminds residents of medication times. * Attends staff meetings and in-services when requested. * Keeps scheduled shifts and plans time off in advance with the supervisor. * Performs housekeeping duties and laundry as scheduled needed or requested. * Inspects building areas and furnishings for wear and defects, completes maintenance requests. * Assists with activity programs as requested. * Performs other duties as requested or assigned. Qualifications: * High School diploma or GED preferred. * CNA, HHA or PCA certification preferred. * One year work experience in a care-giving field desired. * Must be dependable, hardworking and willing to work as part of a team. * Must have the required references and criminal record check. * Must have annual TB screening and Health Assessment completed. * Must be at least 18 years of age. Desired Qualities * Warmth, understanding and responsiveness to residents and their demands and reactions. * Positive feeling for families and visitors, exercising patience and tact. * Ability to use initiative, judgment and resourcefulness and ability to make decisions.
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