Resident Assistants - Marjorie Doyle Rockwell Center- Full Time Evenings

Trinity Health

2d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Resident Assistant (Aide) Special Needs Assisted Living (Memory Care) HIRING FOR: FT EVENINGS (3p-11p) Are you looking to make a difference with your life? Are you kind and compassionate? Do you have a “calling” to help others? Marjorie Doyle Rockwell Center is a unique, memory care assisted living community where we care for residents with mild to moderate levels of dementia. What makes Marjorie Doyle Rockwell Center unique? With a maximum of 51 residents, we have a small, beautiful, home-like community with expansive outdoor space. We encourage our residents to be independent while offering a caring and supportive environment. As a member of the Marjorie Doyle family, you will enjoy: • Being part of a team where you are treated with kindness and respect • Working in a beautiful, residential setting • Having a flexible schedule with great shift differentials • Gaining the potential for career development, with tuition reimbursement and scholarships opportunities. Position Summary: The Resident Assistant, or RA, is a caregiver providing assistance to residents under the supervision of the LPN and/or RN. Resident Assistants provide compassionate care that is respectful of each resident's needs, values and wishes.

Requirements

• Must possess patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others
• Ability to follow care plan and safety protocols
• Working knowledge of computers including electronic health record, checking email, and preforming required in-servicing, along with use of other required applications
• Have the physical, visual and auditory ability adequate to perform resident care
• Maintain composure and positivity in a high stress environment
• Promote physical, cognitive, and psychosocial well-being of each resident
• Work with residents in a highly personal manner during stages of acute and chronic illness

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in senior care, health care or assisted living preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Supports the Trinity/SPHP Vision, Mission, Values in all encounters with residents and families
• Adheres to the SPHP Code of Conduct
• Demonstrates accountability as an individual and team member in meeting basic resident and family needs
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility in a respectful, compassionate manner.
• Assist residents in taking medications as needed.
• Encourage and support resident independence and dignity.
• Monitor resident safety and well- being, reporting any change to the LPN.
• Consult with the LPN/RN on any changes of health statuses of residents.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents, understanding their personal histories, preferences and routines and anticipate needs of residents.
• Help with light housekeeping and meal service as needed to maintain a safe and clean living space.
• Participate in team meetings and communicate/collaborate with coworkers and supervisors.
• Promote a warm, friendly, and respectful environment.

Benefits

• Being part of a team where you are treated with kindness and respect
• Working in a beautiful, residential setting
• Having a flexible schedule with great shift differentials
• Gaining the potential for career development, with tuition reimbursement and scholarships opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED