Resident Assistant

Job DescriptionWhen you work at Heritage at Irene Woods, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!The Heritage at Irene Woods is recruiting for Resident Care Associates – you may call this role a Nursing Assistant, no certification required. We require a very high level of customer service so candidates who have a passion for seniors are needed.While experience is appreciated, we are willing to train those who have a true heart for working with seniors. Resident Care Associates perform various resident care activities and related nonprofessional services essential to caring for personal needs and comfort of residents.Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Resident Care Associate:Assist all residents/clients with a high quality of personal care, including but not limited to; bathing, dressing, grooming, shaving, incontinent care, foot care, vital signs, height and weight checks per policy.Make all beds as needed in A.M., turn down as needed in P.M. and change bed linens once each week or PRN.Complete resident's personal laundry as assigned.Assist residents with meal time. Cut food. Encourage to eat.Promote a calm atmosphere.Complete and document shift assignments as assigned, if unable to complete, report to nursing supervisor.Report to nurse on duty and Director of Health Services all unusual behavior of resident (changing of status).Provide activities as planned and/or directed.Respond to call lights and emergencies in a timely manner.Provide emergency care within scope of practice.Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) requiredOne (1) year experience working as a PCA/HHA/RA preferredOne (1) year experience working in assisted living/memory care preferredNo Certification RequiredThis community embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, all employees are expected as a condition of employment to practice the LCS Hospitality Promises™ in all interactions with residents, participants, fellow employees, and guestsWe greet you warmly, by name and with a smile.We treat everyone with courteous respect.We anticipate your needs and act accordingly.We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.We hold ourselves and one another accountable.We make you feel important.We embrace and value our differences.We ask, "Is there anything else I can do for you?"We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.We pay attention to details.If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!EEO Employer