Resident Assistant (Aide)
Special Needs Assisted Living (Memory Care)
Per Diem (per staffing needs- Nights 11p-7am
Are you looking to make a difference with your life? Are you kind and compassionate? Do you have a “calling” to help others?
As a Resident Assistant at Hawthorne Ridge, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of our Resident’s. This is an incredibly rewarding position where you can make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.
The team provides care in a residential setting, thoughtfully designed for individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias. Eddy Hawthorne Ridge is a 66-bed assisted living community on 14 beautiful acres in East Greenbush, New York.
If you’re passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a dedicated, caring team, we’d love to meet you!
Position Summary: The Resident Assistant, or RA, is a caregiver providing assistance to residents under the supervision of the LPN and/or RN. Resident Assistants provide compassionate care that is respectful of each resident's needs, values and wishes.
Job Specific Competencies
Principal Responsibilities:
Core Competencies:
Supports the Trinity/SPHP Vision, Mission, Values in all encounters with residents and families
Adheres to the SPHP Code of Conduct
Demonstrates accountability as an individual and team member in meeting basic resident and family needs
Clinical Competencies:
Resident Assistants provide the following nursing services under the supervision and direction of an LPN or RN across the continuum of care at SPHP.
Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility in a respectful, compassionate manner.
Assist residents in taking medications as needed.
Encourage and support resident independence and dignity.
Monitor resident safety and well-being, reporting any change to the LPN. Consult with the LPN/RN on any changes of health statuses of residents.
Build meaningful relationships with residents, understanding their personal histories, preferences and routines and anticipate the needs of residents.
Help with light housekeeping and meal service as needed to maintain a safe and clean-living space.
Participate in team meetings and communicate/collaborate with coworkers and supervisors.
Promote a warm, friendly, and respectful environment.
Education Requirements:
Must possess patience, empathy and a genuine desire to help others
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous experience in senior care, health care or assisted living preferred, but not required
Must be able to:
Ability to follow care plan and safety protocols
Working knowledge of computers including electronic health record, checking email, and preforming required in-servicing, along with use of other required applications
Have the physical, visual and auditory ability adequate to perform resident care
Maintain composure and positivity in a high stress environment
Promote physical, cognitive, and psychosocial well-being of each resident
Work with residents in a highly personal manner during stages of acute and chronic illness
Pay Range: :$16.70 - $24.20
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.