Overview:
Wheatfield Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Community is hiring a full-time Resident Care Assistant to work the overnight shift.
Under the general direction of the Supervisor-In-Charge, the Resident Care Assistant provides direct personal care and assistance to residents as needed.
The hours for this role are 10pm - 6am
The pay range for this opportunity is $16.25 - $16.55 per hour.
Why work for DePaul?
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Make a positive difference in someone's life
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Supportive work environment
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We value diversity
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Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
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Excellent benefits and competitive wages
Responsibilities:
- Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a positive, caring attitude toward all residents, staff and guests
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Assists residents with bathing, personal care and oral hygiene.
- Assists residents with choice of attire and care of clothing.
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Reminds residents of meal times and monitors meal attendance..
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Makes beds daily and changes bedding and linens weekly or as needed.
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Performs rounds on each resident at the beginning and end of each shift.
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Documents and reports all concerns to the supervisor; (i.e. changes in behavior, evidence of illness etc.)
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Assists relatives, guests and visitors as needed or requested. Will also assist with room preparation and welcome of new residents.
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Reminds residents of medication times.
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Attends staff meetings and in-services when requested.
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Keeps scheduled shifts and plans time off in advance with the supervisor.
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Performs housekeeping duties and laundry as scheduled needed or requested.
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Inspects building areas and furnishings for wear and defects, completes maintenance requests.
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Assists with activity programs as requested.
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Performs other duties as requested or assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED preferred.
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CNA, HHA or PCA certification preferred.
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One year work experience in a care-giving field desired.
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Must be dependable, hardworking and willing to work as part of a team.
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Must have the required references and criminal record check.
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Must have annual TB screening and Health Assessment completed.
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Must be at least 18 years of age.
Desired Qualities
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Warmth, understanding and responsiveness to residents and their demands and reactions.
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Positive feeling for families and visitors, exercising patience and tact.
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Ability to use initiative, judgment and resourcefulness and ability to make decisions.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match and Employee Discount Programs.
DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and program need.
