Resident Assistant/Caregiver
On-siteJacksonville, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility. Engage residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activities while observing for changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions. Uphold residents' rights, complete required documentation such as incident reports, and support company care philosophy. Perform housekeeping duties by making beds, changing linens, cleaning dining areas, and maintaining common spaces. Respond promptly to resident needs, encourage participation in scheduled outings, and treat all visitors with courtesy. Work full-time or part-time shifts including weekends and holidays, reporting to the Charge Nurse and Health Services Director.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to read, write and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, and other staff members
- Must be able to perform job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to work full-time or part-time as agreed upon, on assigned shift, including weekend and holiday rotations
- Medium work – Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
- Must be able to see well enough to write and read, and to visually interact with residents, families, and staff
- Must be able to speak and hear well enough to verbally interact with residents, families and staff
- Able to pass the necessary tests (i.e., CPR, First Aid, Food Handlers, etc.) if required by state regulations
Desired Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous experience working with the elderly in a residential or long-term care setting also preferred
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