Resident Care Associate

Make a Real Difference, Every Single Day We Invest In You (Because You Invest In Others) We know that to take great care of our residents, we must take great care of you. We are genuinely committed to your health, your happiness, and your future. That’s why we offer: Financial Security: Competitive pay and a 401K matching program to help you plan for your own future. Total Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits that support your physical and mental health. A Place Where You Belong: We celebrate diversity and equity across the entire aging spectrum, ensuring every team member feels seen and valued. Our DNA (Core Values) We’re looking for people who align with our mission and want to grow with us: Welcoming: You’re a natural at creating warmth and a sense of belonging for everyone you meet. Bring (Y)our Best: You take pride in your work and strive for excellence in the "little things" and the "big things" alike. Empowerment: You don't wait for permission to do the right thing. You step up, take ownership, and lead with initiative. Growth: You’re a lifelong learner who seeks consistent improvement and sustainable growth. Position Summary The Resident Care Associate (RCA) provides personal care, companion care, nursing assistance and other assigned tasks to residents living in Eskaton communities. The Resident Care Associate duties include direct resident care, assisting in daily living activities, grocery or personal shopping, errands and other domestic tasks as well as documentation of care provided. Duties and assignments may be adjusted at the discretion of the Resident Care Director or Memory Care Director based on an evaluation of resident needs. Position Responsibilities Include Provides companion care which can include reading, visiting, answering personal correspondence, assisting with bill paying or other tasks as listed on resident’s plan of care. Provides or assists in bathing or showering for thorough cleanliness and hygiene of resident. Makes beds, straightens rooms, and keeps resident care area in an organized manner. Assists residents in dressing when needed and demonstrates concern for individual privacy while providing resident care. Promotes appropriate levels of independence in resident care and demonstrates awareness of safety for both resident and self in providing care. Assists resident with simple range of motion or other exercises as directed by nurse or therapist and ambulates resident according to his/her endurance levels. When directed by the plan of care, assists resident to site fitness program or individual planned events. Applies medical or adaptive devices as ordered by the appropriate physician, physician extender, or supervising nurse. Collects specimens as directed by the Resident Care Coordinator, Memory Care Coordinator, or Wellness Nurse. Follows prescribed Eskaton emergency protocol and policies. Salary The starting salary for this position ranges from $19.50 per hour to $23.88 per hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. Qualifications Education High school graduate or G.E.D. preferred. Proficient ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language. Training And Experience Six (6) months experience in providing personal care in a residential or long term care setting preferred. Valid/current first aid certification. Job Knowledge Knowledge in performing personal care services in a residential environment. Ability to meet new and/or stressful situations with the appropriate responses. Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team, to share information freely, to use and seek supervision and consultation verbally and in writing, and be able to follow both verbal and written instructions. Work Conditions & Physical Requirements Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Notify the Human Resources team to request any accommodation(s) to perform any of the essential functions of this position. Medium Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Pre-Employment Testing The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Eskaton