Residential Assistant - Afternoons

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement Service

  • Howland, ME
  • $9.09 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Residential AssistantStatus: Variable (less than 30 hrs weekly)
Shift: Various shiftsOverview
The Residential Assistant (RA) cares for residents in assisted living facility, under direction of nursing staff
and ensures that residents' personal care needs are provided for with an emphasis on quality, compassion, and timeliness.
  • $9.09 hr. with an additional increase after 90 days
  • Various shifts available
Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit corporation governed by the basic Christian values of compassion, respect, dignity, spirituality, integrity and quality. Working for Shepherd of the Valley is not just a job, it's a calling.
  • Shepherd of the Valley has provided peace of mind for Mahoning Valley families and their loved ones since 1972.
  • Shepherd's Overall Quality Ratings exceed county and statewide averages
  • We are a healthcare community offering short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, independent living and home health care services.
As a Shepherd employee we offer full medical, dental and vision coverage, paid holidays and PTO (to those who qualify). We also offer a Retirement plan and flexible spending accounts. Our employees also enjoy discounts at local businesses, direct deposit, annual increases and free CPR/First Aide certification.The Residential Assistant is responsible for:
  • Answers signal lights, bells, or intercom system to determine residents' needs.
  • Assists residents with specific needs involving their activities of daily living.
  • Assists with residents laundry.
  • Oversees residents meal preparation in their rooms.
  • Assists residents with self-administration of medications.
  • Changes bed linens, runs errands, directs visitors, and answers telephone.
  • Maintain physical environment in a clean, safe, and pleasant manner.
  • Perform other related activities as assigned or requested
Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement Service