Essential Job Responsibilities:

Resident Care

• Responsible for providing services to each resident according to the resident service plan.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, hygiene, and mobility.
• Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
• Document information pertaining to changes in residents’ functional status, personal needs, appointments, etc.
• Maintain an accurate record of chargeable services and submit record to supervisor by the designated date each month.
• Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention and/or follow up.
• Launder residents’ clothing, linen and towels; fold and return to residents.
• Assist with minor housekeeping of residents’ apartments.
• Serve meals and bus tables during mealtimes as applicable.
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.

Activities and Resident Involvement

• Encourage socialization among residents and promote activities, assisting with activities as requested.
• Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
• Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

• At least one year experience providing care services for seniors
• Knowledge of Basic First Aid
• High school diploma or GED

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Promote teamwork in providing services to resident.
• State and Federal Guidelines for Assisted Living
• HIPAA requirements
• Safe food handling procedures
• Nursing standards of practice for older adults
• Skills in nurturing, organization, and interest in working with older adults

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in senior living