What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Assistant position at The Aspenwood Company - Village On the Park Denton?
Are you passionate about providing exceptional care to seniors and creating a warm, homelike environment? We have exciting opportunities for Resident Assistants who are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to make a difference in our residents' lives. If you have a heart for service and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of seniors, we’d love to have you on our team! Apply today and help us create a vibrant, caring community where residents feel valued and supported every day.
Benefits Include:
401K with a 4% safe harbor match
Perks at Work- Discounted pricing on purchases
Holiday Pay including a Floating Holiday
Generous PTO that rolls over year over year
Employee Assistance Program
Paycheck Advances
Healthcare options
Financial Hardship Programs
Compassionate Leave
PTO Cashout Option
Location: Village on the Park Denton, an Assisted Living with Memory Care senior community.
Shifts Available:
- 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
PRN Shifts Available
Must be available to work weekends and holidays
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and dining, while encouraging as much independence as possible.
- Serve meals in the dining room or residents’ apartments, assist in meal preparation, and encourage proper nutrition and hydration.
- Initiate and participate in leisure activities, encouraging residents to socialize and build friendships.
- Maintain accurate and timely records, documenting leisure activities, incidents, observations, and any changes in residents' conditions.
- Ensure a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents, performing general housekeeping duties.
- Follow proper procedures in emergencies and respond quickly to resident requests, including emergency call pendants and telephone calls.
- Know each resident’s location, remind them to sign out when leaving, and promptly report if a resident cannot be located.
- Foster a cooperative team environment through positive interactions with co-workers.
- Attend all required in-service training sessions.
- Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
- Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene in accordance with company policies.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma or GED required.
- 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
- Understanding of HIPAA requirements.
EOE/M/F/D/V