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Saint Therese
Resident Assistant
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What they do
A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.
$38,821 / year median in Ohio
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Part-Time |
Resident Assistant Schedule:
Positions available include working every other weekend and every other holidayAvailable Shifts:
- 7:00am
- 3:00pm (Part-time)
- 11:00pm
- 7:00am (Full Time)
- Same Day Pay Available
Benefits:
Competitive wages, healthcare, dental, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, scholarships, PSLF Eligible Employer, and more. The Difference You'll Make Looking for a career where your work truly matters? As a Resident Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact every day by supporting residents with their daily needs and helping them live with dignity, comfort, and independence. From providing hands-on assistance and responding to resident requests to collaborating with nursing staff and the broader care team, you'll be an essential part of creating a welcoming, supportive community. If you're compassionate, dependable, and enjoy building meaningful connections with others, this is a role where your care and kindness will make all the difference.- Provide hands-on care and support to residents in accordance with individualized care plans
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
- Safely transfer and reposition residents using appropriate techniques and equipment (gait belts, mechanical lifts, etc.)
- Monitor and report changes in resident condition to nursing staff in a timely manner
- Respond promptly to call lights, phone inquiries, and in-person requests
- Support residents with dignity, respect, and compassion at all times
- Promote a positive, calm, and supportive environment for residents, families, and team members
- Collaborate with the care team to ensure safe, person-centered care delivery Minimum Qualifications
- Previous caregiving experience
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and accurately complete assigned tasks
- Demonstrated good judgment, integrity, and respect for others
- Awareness of and sensitivity to residents' cognitive, emotional, and physical needs
- Strong commitment to compassionate, resident-centered customer service
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including assisting with resident transfers (50+ lbs.) Preferred
- Experience working with residents in memory care Rewards That Support You
- Competitive pay with credit for experience
- Medical, Dental, Vision (60+ hrs. per pay period)
HSA / FSA
options- Employer-paid Life Insurance (60+ hrs. per pay period)
- PTO•403(b) with employer match•Tuition discounts and scholarships•PSLF Eligible Employer•Employee discount program•Pet insurance (yes, really)•Same Day Pay (UKG Wallet)•Career growth opportunities Saint Therese•Westlake, OH Saint Therese of Westlake webpage About Saint Therese Saint Therese is a faith-based, nonprofit senior living organization with more than 60 years of experience providing compassionate, person-centered care.