Resident Care Assistant 1

Overview

Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Community is hiring a full-time Resident Care Assistant to work the day shift.

Under the general direction of the Supervisor-In-Charge, the Resident Care Assistant provides direct personal care and assistance to residents as needed.

The pay range for this opportunity is $16.25 - $16.55 per hour.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits and competitive wages 

Responsibilities

• Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a positive, caring attitude toward all residents, staff and guests
• Assists residents with bathing, personal care and oral hygiene.
• Assists residents with choice of attire and care of clothing.
• Reminds residents of meal times and monitors meal attendance..
• Makes beds daily and changes bedding and linens weekly or as needed.
• Performs rounds on each resident at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Documents and reports all concerns to the supervisor; (i.e. changes in behavior, evidence of illness etc.)
• Assists relatives, guests and visitors as needed or requested. Will also assist with room preparation and welcome of new residents.
• Reminds residents of medication times.
• Attends staff meetings and in-services when requested.
• Keeps scheduled shifts and plans time off in advance with the supervisor.
• Performs housekeeping duties and laundry as scheduled needed or requested.
• Inspects building areas and furnishings for wear and defects, completes maintenance requests.
• Assists with activity programs as requested.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned. 

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• CNA, HHA or PCA certification preferred.
• One year work experience in a care-giving field desired.
• Must be dependable, hardworking and willing to work as part of a team.
• Must have the required references and criminal record check.
• Must have annual TB screening and Health Assessment completed.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Desired Qualities

• Warmth, understanding and responsiveness to residents and their demands and reactions.
• Positive feeling for families and visitors, exercising patience and tact.
• Ability to use initiative, judgment and resourcefulness and ability to make decisions.

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match and Employee Discount Programs.

DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and program need.