Resident Care Assistant

As a Resident Care Assistant, you will make a positive contribution to the lives of our residents by providing them with routine daily care in accordance with Orchard Senior Living established policies and procedures under the direct supervision of the Resident Care Director. You will build meaningful relationships with our seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities. Responsible for notifying management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service, assisting residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile and blending a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the residents’ day. 

Qualifications:

• Must have a compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
• High School diploma / GED equivalent.
• Must have Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum one (1) year experience working with seniors preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Positive attitude, the flexibility to perform various duties in service to the residents and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to make choices, decisions and act in the resident's best interest.
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and a level of understanding.
• Demonstrates good time management, good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills.