Resident Care Assistant - Burr Ridge, IL

at Harvester Place in Lake Oswego, Oregon, United States Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF POSITION

Under general supervision, provides assistance in the personal care and protection of the residents in assisted living.

REPORTS TO

Clinical Services Director/Resident Care Coordinator/Resident Care Manager

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 Anthem Memory Care. Cares for residents in the community adhering to all facility policies and procedures; Provides assistance in resident care including cleaning and bathing, personal hygiene, dressing residents, bed making, taking blood pressure, assisting in ambulating, grooming, helping to activities and other functions; Reports unusual symptoms and problems of residents to supervisors immediately; Monitors the emergency call system for emergency calls and responds appropriately; Cooperates with the dining staff and provides general assistance with resident meals and clean-up; may set tables, serve meals, clear tables and straighten dining room after meals; Assists lead resident assistants and other staff, as needed; Maintains daily records; Assists with emergencies and with safety instruction for residents such as fire drills, etc.; Answers telephones using Anthem telephone techniques and assists visitors in an assertively friendly manner; Conducts work tasks safely and in compliance with the community safety program; Provides effective and courteous service to all residents, guests and co-workers; Attends in-service training workshops, seminars, and meetings; Promotes and protects the rights of all residents; Performs other related essential duties as required. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account