Resident Assistant - SPIRITRUST : Job Details

SpiriTrust Lutheran® serves five counties in southcentral Pennsylvania by providing residential living, assisted living, personal care, memory support and nursing and rehabilitation services in six life plan communities along with home care, in-home support, hospice services and palliative care. Our communities rank amongst the best, earning the award for Best Senior Living by U.S. News & World Report.Our commitment to creating a positive and fulfilling work environment is grounded in our mission, values, and culture of considerate behavior core tenets. We are excited to invite you to apply and discover the many opportunities available to join the SpiriTrust Lutheran team. Come be a part of our team and 'catch the spirit' as you experience the rewards of working with our team!SpiriTrust Lutheran is now hiring a Part Time Night Shift (6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. ) Resident Assistant (no CNA certification required).Education/Training: A high school diploma or equivalent required; must satisfactorily complete and provide proof of completion of Department of Public Welfare mandated personal care direct care staff training and competency examination within 14 days of date of hire; must satisfactorily complete Agency-provided resident assistant training during introductory period.Skill(s): Proficient interpersonal relations and communication skills; general knowledge of assigned department's operations; CPR certified. Refer to separate analysis for physical requirements of the essential functions with or without accommodation.Experience: NoneGeneral Responsibilities:

Reviews and completes daily assignments; determines priorities and budgets time and work load; assures that all assigned residents' needs are met, appointments are kept, and activities are attended.

Provides residents with adequate nutrition and hydration, including the proper, timely serving of meals, nourishment supplements, and snacks.

Assists with ambulation, splints, braces, or other assistive or corrective devices as ordered.

Assists with comfort and care of the very ill or dying residents under Hospice Care.

Encourages participation in activities; assists residents in preparing for activities and social programs as necessary.

SpiriTrust is an Equal Opportunity Employer.