Resident Care Assistant 1

North Tonawanda

**Responsibilities** * Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a positive, caring attitude toward all residents, staff and guests * Assists residents with bathing, personal care and oral hygiene. * Assists residents with choice of attire and care of clothing. * Reminds residents of meal times and monitors meal attendance.. * Makes beds daily and changes bedding and linens weekly or as needed. * Performs rounds on each resident at the beginning and end of each shift. * Documents and reports all concerns to the supervisor; (i.e. changes in behavior, evidence of illness etc.) * Assists relatives, guests and visitors as needed or requested. Will also assist with room preparation and welcome of new residents. * Reminds residents of medication times. * Attends staff meetings and in-services when requested. * Keeps scheduled shifts and plans time off in advance with the supervisor. * Performs housekeeping duties and laundry as scheduled needed or requested. * Inspects building areas and furnishings for wear and defects, completes maintenance requests. * Assists with activity programs as requested. * Performs other duties as requested or assigned. **Qualifications** * High School diploma or GED preferred. * CNA, HHA or PCA certification preferred. * One year work experience in a care-giving field desired. * Must be dependable, hardworking and willing to work as part of a team. * Must have the required references and criminal record check. * Must have annual TB screening and Health Assessment completed. * Must be at least 18 years of age. **Desired Qualities** * Warmth, understanding and responsiveness to residents and their demands and reactions. * Positive feeling for families and visitors, exercising patience and tact. * 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. DePaul