Certified HHA/PCA Resident Assistant (RA)

 

This job is located in Tonawanda.

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Are you a Certified HHA or PCA Resident Assistant (RA) looking for a rewarding career opportunity? Elderwood is seeking a compassionate Resident Assistant (RA) with a desire to care for our beloved residents. Resident Assistants assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing personal care support. This position is responsible for meeting the physical and emotional needs of residents under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse to help ensure the highest degree of quality resident care.

Employee Perks!: 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Close to thruway entrances/exits, Enjoy being a part of a strong and diverse team, Free On-Site Parking, Free Uniforms, Friendly and supportive staff, Life Insurance, Monthly employee appreciation events, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!, Strong leadership, Substantial employee referral program, Tuition reimbursement program Responsibilities:

Under the direction of a licensed nurse, Resident Assistants provide care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents in Elderwood assisted living facilities.  Resident Assistants are responsible for:

• Responding to resident needs.
• Maintaining facility standards.
• Providing quality care to residents and exhibiting a high level of service to our residents and visitors. 
• Performing duties as assigned by management staff.

Qualifications:

• Eighteen (18) years of age required; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to assist residents with all aspects of Daily Living Activities including bathing, toileting, and transferring.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds; Occasional 2 person lift up to 120 pounds

 

Elderwood expects all current and new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical exemption from vaccination.

EOE Statement: WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.