Job Announcement: HR2024:78
Position Title: Resident Assistant (RA)
Advertising: Publicly
Department: Assisted Living
Division: Elder Services
Immediate Supervisor: Nurse Manager
Department Director: Division Director-Elder Services
Employment Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Regular Part-Time (2 positions)
Mandatory Reporter: Yes
Background Check Required: Yes (child-sensitive) **
Opening Date: Friday, May 31, 2024
Closing Date: Friday, June 14, 2024 by 5:00 p.m.
Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.
Overall Objectives of Position
The Resident Assistant is expected to provide the residents of Lavan Martin Assisted Living Facility assistance with daily living skills. The Resident Assistant is also responsible for carrying out duties as established in each resident's Plan of Care, for documenting appropriately as required and for following all policies and procedures of the facility. The Resident Assistant shall have the duty to report abuse or neglect of an elder in accordance with Title 10 (10-6-6) of the Tribal Code. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. The RA is expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the objectives of applicable programs.
The Resident Assistant is expected to live the Purpose and Values of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and will go beyond the call of duty.
Primary Responsibilities of the Resident Assistant

• Assists residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, etc.
• Obtains and documents resident vital signs, weight and height measurements.
• Effectively communicates pertinent information about residents to co-workers during shift change.
• Immediately reports all accidents and/or injuries to the Administrator or designee.
• Provides transportation for residents to medical appointments and/or various other activities.
• Communicates medical information and concerns between ALF Nurse Manager and healthcare providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

• Performs light housekeeping duties.
• Works closely with dietary staff to serve resident meals and snacks.
• Ensures that all required reports are completed accurately and timely.
• Assists residents with passing medications according to directions by physician or provider and documents according to procedures.
• Communicates effectively with residents to ensure their needs are being met.
• Obtains feedback from residents regarding services provided and informs nurse manager and/or administrator.
• Performs administrative duties which include greeting residents, keeping medical records, answering the telephone, assistance with making appointments, or handling correspondence.
• Maintains a positive physical and social environment for residents while fostering independence, dignity and safety.

Education/License/Certification and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA) and maintain current certification.
• Minimum of one (1) year employment experience working with the senior population is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain First Aid certification and CPR certification or obtain certifications within ninety (90) days of the official date of hire in this position.

Skills Required

• Absolute confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA and the Privacy Act.
• Must possess a high level of maturity.
• Must possess the skills, knowledge and experience to perform duties.
• Must be an effective communicator and an organized and proficient time manager.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing as well as maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families and co-workers.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess a valid state driver's license and insurable driving record according to Tribal insurance guidelines.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to adequately and successfully perform all duties and responsibilities of this position.

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.
**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.
INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:
In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian
In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian
In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.