Northern Pines Assisted Living Facility

Resident Care Specialist

Grayling, MichiganPart-time
$13.50 - $14.50 hourly
About the Job
Position Summary:
Provides care for residents, such as assistance with toileting, transferring, bathing, feeding, etcetera. Performs housekeeping and laundry tasks and kitchen tasks as assigned. Administers medical treatments and prescribed/over-the-counter medications, as ordered by a physician. Medications and treatments are administered according to company policies and procedures. Ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect and receive quality care according to individualized care plans. 

Responsibilities:
  • Assists residents with bathing, hair care, mouth care, dressing, toileting, etcetera. 
  • Assists residents with ambulation, which includes reminding and supporting. 
  • Assists residents with turning and repositioning when needed. 
  • Observes and reports resident behavior and condition changes to supervisor. 
  • Assists and reminds residents to participate in facility activities. 
  • Assists with all aspects of kitchen and dining room tasks associated with resident meals, including some prep work when necessary, serving, cleaning up, setting tables, etcetera. 
  • Performs general housekeeping/laundry tasks and related duties. 
  • Responsible for reviewing medication records on a daily basis. 
  • Administers prescribed medications as ordered. 
  • Attends scheduled staff meetings and in-services. 
  • Compliant with attendance policy. 
  • Displays a caring, respectful attitude when addressing residents, family members and co-workers. 

Qualifications/General Requirements:
  • Experience working with and caring for the elderly population preferred but not necessary.
  • CNA certified not necessary. 
  • Strong written and communication skills. 
  • Position reports to Resident Care Director or Administrator. 
  • Must be able to participate in one and two-person transfers/lifts and change resident position to accommodate resident mobility needs. 
  • Must be able to administer medications and perform medical treatments as ordered by physician. 

Benefits:
  • 403(b)
  • 403(b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off

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