What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part time Resident Assistant in Aspen Cottage position at Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community?
Benefits:
The Resident Assistant will assist residents who are functionally, physically, and/or socially impaired and need 24-hour oversight. The Resident Assistant’s role is to assist residents with those activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without some form of assist, fostering at all times the resident’s independence and freedom of choice.
POSITION
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Free food & snacks
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
The Resident Assistant will assist residents who are functionally, physically, and/or socially impaired and need 24-hour oversight. The Resident Assistant’s role is to assist residents with those activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without some form of assist, fostering at all times the resident’s independence and freedom of choice.
POSITION
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be able to think, act and intervene independently in both routine and emergency situations.
- Must be self-motivated and function as an “in-charge person”.
- Must be able to relate to residents and staff in a courteous and diplomatic manner under all circumstances.
- Must be able to work flexible hours and participate in holiday activities.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Regular attendance is required.
- Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
- Must be able to lift/push over 50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand and walk for several hours at a time.
- Must be able to lift, carry, stand, bend, squat, crawl, reach, and kneel using good body mechanics for sustained periods of time.
- Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
- Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability in order to cope with the physical, mental, and emotional stress of the position.
- Must hold CPR certification and be able to perform high quality CPR