What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Aide position at Baptist Homes?
Join Our Team as a Resident Aide and Make a Difference Every Day!
Are you ready to bring your compassion and skills to a team that values your dedication? At Baptist Senior Family, we’re searching for a caring and compassionate Resident Aide to play a vital role in supporting the well-being of our residents.
For over a century, Baptist Senior Family has provided exceptional care to older adults, offering services like independent living, personal care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Be part of our mission to uplift lives and create meaningful connections in a supportive environment.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
As a Resident Aide, you’ll have the opportunity to form meaningful connections with residents, helping them maintain their dignity and quality of life. Every day, you’ll play an essential role in providing compassionate, person-centered care while making a lasting impact on their well-being. Your efforts will ensure that residents feel supported, respected, and valued as individuals.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
- Support residents with housekeeping, laundry, and dining needs to ensure a clean and welcoming environment.
- Monitor and report any changes in residents’ physical, cognitive, or emotional status.
- Escort residents to dining areas, activities, and appointments while fostering a sense of independence.
- Contribute to creating a safe and supportive community by maintaining professional communication and collaboration with team members.
- Provide comfort and companionship to residents, enhancing their quality of life through kindness and respect.
Qualifications You Bring:
- High school diploma or GED with an understanding of the aging process and dementia-related diseases.
- Ability to read, interpret, and follow policies, procedures, and safety rules.
- Strong communication skills to write routine reports and correspondence effectively.
- Capacity to complete the Department of Human Services (DHS) required online caregiver training.
- A positive attitude, flexibility, and the ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions with care and efficiency.
🕒 Work Schedule: Full-Time: 2:30pm-11:00 Pm every other weekend
💡 Perks & Benefits:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 403(b) matching, paid time off, and more—starting on day one!
- Wellness Extras: Free access to gym and pool facilities, plus personal training sessions.
- Competitive Pay: Hourly rates based on experience with shift/weekend differentials.
- Convenient Location: Easy access in Scott Township with free parking and a PAT bus stop at our entrance.
📌 Why Baptist Senior Family?
- Named a U.S. News & World Report Elite Facility!
- A mission-driven organization focused on uplifting lives, one person at a time.
- Be part of a positive, supportive workplace that values your talents and celebrates your successes.
🎉 Ready to Uplift Lives? Apply Today!
Contact our Human Resources Department at (412) 489-3511 for accommodation requests or apply online. Don’t miss this opportunity to shine at Baptist Senior Family, Pittsburgh’s premier retirement community.
Your journey to a fulfilling and rewarding career starts here—uplift lives and make a difference with us!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Baptist Senior Family (“BSF”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. BSF strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All BSF employees and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.