Resident Care Assistant

Job Type Full-time Description ABOUT US: Amber Grove Place is guided by a single purpose: To engage, protect, and love people living with memory loss. We are committed to sustaining a safe, active, and loving environment; to give our families peace of mind; to be patient, seeking to understand those living with memory loss; to provide each Amber Grove team member the opportunity for personal and professional growth, and to be respectful, trustworthy, and good stewards in all we do. GENERAL STATEMENT OF POSITION: Under general supervision, provides assistance in the personal care and protection of the residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Know and understand the vision, purpose, values, and goals of Amber Grove Place. Responsible to provide “5 star” customer service to all customers whether in person, via computer, or on the phone. Cares for residents in the community, adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Provides assistance with resident care, to include: cleaning and bathing personal hygiene, grooming dressing bed making and light housekeeping assisting with ambulation and transfer escorting to activities and other functions Report and communicate unusual symptoms and or resident behaviors/problems to medication tech or supervisor. Know and understand the principles of Amber Grove Place, including concepts such as the “GRIT" philosophy and the service standards that are integrated into our everyday work culture. Be actively involved in providing “5 star” customer service using the “GRIT” philosophy and other tools to do so. Monitor the emergency call system for emergency calls and respond appropriately. Work with the dining staff and provide general assistance with resident meals and clean-up; may set tables, serve meals, clear tables and straighten dining room. Maintains daily chart notes. Assists with emergencies, to include fire drills, elopements, etc. Conducts work tasks safely and in compliance with the community safety program. Provides effective and courteous service to all residents, guests and co-worker. Attend all in-service training workshops, seminars, and meetings. Promotes and protects the rights of all residents. Performs other related essential duties as assigned and requested. Keep all information about residents & staff confidential per HIPPA guidelines. Follow written policies and procedures pertaining to resident rights as well as residential abuse and mandatory reporting procedure. Ability to stay calm and respond appropriately in an emergency. Requirements MINIMUM TRAINING EXPERIENCE: High school education, GED, or equivalent. Minimum of one year caregiving experience preferred. HOURS: AM Shift is 6:45AM-3:00PM. PM Shift is 2:45PM-11:00PM. 4:00PM-8:00PM Shift NOC Shift is 10:45PM-7:00AM. 4 days on/2 days off rotation. CERTIFICATION AND CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Requires First Aid and CPR certification. Must receive Criminal record clearance. Must receive criminal records clearance from the Department of Justice and FBI. Must have health screening and Tuberculosis (T.B) or Chest X-Ray (CXR) clearance. Must have illegal drug clearance. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have reliable transportation. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Knowledge of: Infectious disease control policies. Personal hygiene and cleaning procedures and the use of cleaning materials. Policies and procedures concerning resident care and administering the procedures correctly. Record keeping duties that must be performed regarding residents. Physical Requirements: May require the ability to perform basic operation of a personal computer for monitoring emergency calls. Ability to operate washers, dryers, and other cleaning equipment and tools. Ability to use, interpret various med