Resident Assistant | $250 Sign On Bonus!
The Aspenwood Company · Houston, TX · 2 wk ago
AdministrativeFull-time
Are you passionate about providing exceptional care to seniors and creating a warm, homelike environment? We have exciting opportunities for dedicated, compassionate individuals ready to make a difference in our residents' lives.
Benefits
- 401K with a 4% safe harbor match
- Perks at Work – discounted pricing on purchases
- Holiday pay including a floating holiday
- Generous PTO that rolls over year over year
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paycheck advances
- Healthcare options
- Financial hardship programs
- Compassionate leave
- PTO cashout option
- $250 sign-on bonus: $125 after 30 days of employment, $125 after 60 days of employment
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and dining, while encouraging as much independence as possible.
- Serve meals in the dining room or residents’ apartments, assist in meal preparation, and encourage proper nutrition and hydration.
- Initiate and participate in leisure activities, encouraging residents to socialize and build friendships.
- Maintain accurate and timely records, documenting leisure activities, incidents, observations, and any changes in residents' conditions.
- Ensure a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents, performing general housekeeping duties.
- Follow proper procedures in emergencies and respond quickly to resident requests, including emergency call pendants and telephone calls.
- Know each resident’s location, remind them to sign out when leaving, and promptly report if a resident cannot be located.
- Foster a cooperative team environment through positive interactions with co-workers.
- Attend all required in-service training sessions.
- Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
- Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene in accordance with company policies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
- Understanding of HIPAA requirements.
Location: Doliver of Tanglewood, an independent and assisted living senior community with memory care. Full-time position; must be available to work weekends and holidays.