Job Description

Position Summary

The Resident Assistant provides compassionate, hands-on assistance to residents in an assisted living environment. This position is responsible for helping residents with activities of daily living, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and promoting residents' dignity, independence and overall well-being.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and personal hygiene.
• Provide assistance with mobility, transfers and ambulation.
• Assist with incontinence care and regularly scheduled toileting.
• Respond promptly to resident call lights and requests for assistance.
• Assist residents with meals, hydration and daily activities.
• Observe and promptly report changes in residents' physical condition, behavior or mental status to the nurse or supervisor.
• Maintain clean and organized resident rooms. May assist housekeeping with tasks such as: making beds, changing linens, laundry, and performing light housekeeping.
• Document resident care and report pertinent information during shift changes.
• Follow established infection prevention, emergency and resident safety procedures.
• Maintain resident privacy, confidentiality and dignity.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Clinical Director or Administrator.Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• CNA certification is welcome but not required.
• Previous experience in assisted living, long-term care or caregiving preferred but not required.
• Must be dependable, compassionate and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families and coworkers.
• Physical Requirements
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, reach, and assist residents with mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment and safe lifting procedures.Scheduling Requirements
• Hiring for Weekend 6am-2pm shift. Must be able to work Holidays as scheduled. Our Commitment
• At The Summit of Lawrenceburg, we are committed to providing a safe, comfortable and caring home for our residents. Our Resident Assistants play an essential role in delivering quality care while treating every resident with dignity, kindness and respect.