Resident Assistant

Century Park Associates | Senior Living

2 hours 15 minutes ago

On-site

Part Time

United States of America, Colorado Springs

from $17 USD/hr

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Do you have a heart for seniors? If so, The Bridge at Colorado Springs, an assisted living community, is hiring for a part-time Resident Assistant! Apply today to join an incredible team within our small, well-established, and beautiful Certified "Great Place to Work" community. The starting pay for this position is $17.00, depending on experience; we will provide on the job training, and we are offering QMAP classes after 9 months of employment. The Bridge at Colorado Springs is on the main bus line, and you eat a meal for free when working!

Position Summary

The Resident Assistant/Care Aide delivers quality assisted living services focused on maximizing resident’s individual capabilities in accordance with all laws, regulations and Century Park standards. Reports to Resident Care Director.

Qualifications

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
One (1) year experience in senior services preferred
Must have State Trained Nursing Assistant certification (if required by State)
CNA certification or Home Health Aide certification preferred
Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during Orientation. Certification must remain current during employment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Assists residents with activities of daily living as designated in care plan (i.e., dressing, toileting, hair care, bathing)
Reads 24 hour log at beginning of shift
Makes routine rounds as scheduled and checks with residents to ensure care needs are being met
Assists residents with clothing choices appropriate for the day’s weather, clean and stain free
Assists with incontinent residents, routinely checking clothing and linens to keep residents clean and dry
Assists resident with ambulation and use of walkers, canes, wheelchairs, etc.
Assists residents during meal times in the dining area
Encourages residents to participate in activities
Shampoos hair weekly if not done by beautician
Makes beds daily and perform light housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas as designated
Prepares residents for activities, meals, appointments, etc.
Delivers meals and assists with set up or feeding as needed
Verifies residents are present for meals and checks on those not attending unless notified otherwise in advance
Reports all changes in resident conditions to Nurse, Resident Care Director or Executive Director
Welcomes new residents and assists with adjustment to community
Assists residents with packing/unpacking (storing, labeling and inventorying belongings upon move in)
Compliant with infection control guidelines

Additional Requirements

Must enjoy serving seniors
Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to handle difficult residents
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must perform efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park’s Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training

Who We Are

At Century Park Associates, we are dedicated to creating an enriching lifestyle for our residents and a rewarding work environment for our valued associates. We take pride in providing an atmosphere where relationships of trust, leadership and personal ethics are not only valued, but expected of all our associates. Our “people come first” approach ensures that excellence, respect and outstanding service are apparent in all we do as an organization. We believe in caring for and loving our residents and strongly support their ability to continue growing, learning and contributing. Every day, team members at Century Park Associates choose to go beyond their job descriptions, exceeding expectations, on behalf of their residents. They have learned that those who go the extra mile receive rewards happiness of heart and peace of mind.

Required Languages

🇬🇧 English

Qualifications

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

One (1) year experience in senior services preferred

Must have State Trained Nursing Assistant certification (if required by State)

CNA certification or Home Health Aide certification preferred

Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during Orientation. Certification must remain current during employment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Assists residents with activities of daily living as designated in care plan (i.e., dressing, toileting, hair care, bathing)

Reads 24 hour log at beginning of shift

Makes routine rounds as scheduled and checks with residents to ensure care needs are being met

Assists residents with clothing choices appropriate for the day’s weather, clean and stain free

Assists with incontinent residents, routinely checking clothing and linens to keep residents clean and dry

Assists resident with ambulation and use of walkers, canes, wheelchairs, etc.

Assists residents during meal times in the dining area

Encourages residents to participate in activities

Shampoos hair weekly if not done by beautician

Makes beds daily and perform light housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas as designated

Prepares residents for activities, meals, appointments, etc.

Delivers meals and assists with set up or feeding as needed

Verifies residents are present for meals and checks on those not attending unless notified otherwise in advance

Reports all changes in resident conditions to Nurse, Resident Care Director or Executive Director

Welcomes new residents and assists with adjustment to community

Assists residents with packing/unpacking (storing, labeling and inventorying belongings upon move in)

Compliant with infection control guidelines

Additional Requirements

Must enjoy serving seniors

Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as a willingness to handle difficult residents

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Must perform efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision

Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park’s Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training

Who We Are