Residential assistant job description

- Abide by all confidentiality standards and policies: HIPAA and 42CFR enforced

-Assist with the supervision of AA/NA meetings and recreational activities

-Check daily client details and follow through on any unsatisfactory performance

-Assign daily client housekeeping assignments and assist clients in performing necessary housekeeping tasks.

-Transport clients to appointments with appropriate social service agencies; i.e. doctors, dentists, GPA, etc.

-Maintain an inventory of linens.

-Conduct toxicology testing and breathalyzer for all clients as instructed by management and documented as appropriate

- Ensure a safe, clean and healthy living environment with HIPAA and best practices standards as a priority

-Assist in conducting monthly/quarterly fire drills and send in reports.

-Monitor client whereabouts during fire drills or emergencies.

-Report any deficiencies to manager.

-Ensure medication procedures are followed.

-Ensure clients are present at designated times to take prescribed medications.

-Ensure information is logged and documented appropriately and accurately

-Drive carefully and abide by traffic rules.

-Ensure that seat belts are worn by all traveling in Center owned vehicles.

-Perform record keeping in accordance with Health Information Services (HIS) and other Center requirements.

- Document all notable client encounters in EPIC in the format of a quick note or group

notes

- Email staff members about client issues and/or concerns as appropriate

-Complete daily activity logs

-Develop and implement a plan of care with ongoing consumer input.

- Practice thorough and timely communication with client clinicians and case manager for client-related issues as appropriate.

-Monitor confidentiality in accordance with Center policy and legal requirements.

-Follow required office procedures in a cooperative manner.

-Initiate and process incident reports as per Center guidelines.

-Adhere to Infection Control protocols.

-Adhere to Weapons and Contraband protocols during admission, discharges, and upon
client return for the community.

Maintain cooperative relationships with clients, other employees and the public.

-Treat clients with respect.

-Work in cooperation with co-workers and supervisory staff.

-Work with team members regarding problems in a constructive manner.

-Accept and use direction and supervision.

-Benefit from constructive feedback.

Attend trainings, case presentations and conferences.

-Provide feedback to staff on the content of educational programs attended.

-Attend mandatory in-service trainings and other trainings required.

- Attend and participate in staff meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Advanced education preferred. Experience working with a substance abuse population is strongly preferred. Must have awareness of the general trends in confronting the problems of substance abuse.

Must be able to obtain medication room clearance within 3 month of being hired: have a baseline understanding of medication protocol per TPC policy, understand and adhere to medication disposal policy, and basic safety precaution of handling medication in a residential setting

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients.

Ability to read and transpose toxicology screen results received from the lab into program documentation and communicate issues to the clinician/nurse

Ability to carefully and accurately administer client medications per the programs polices and protocols

Must be comfortable participating in sample collection for toxicology reports

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have valid driver's license and insured auto.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must be able to work well with a broad spectrum of people. Must be well organized. Ability to relate comfortably with clients and develop and maintain the client's confidence and cooperation; function as a team member, and to respond calmly and efficiently to stressful situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting individuals living in the residence based on each of their individual needs as well as monitoring and documenting individual progress and development.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma of GED; or, 21 years of age and have effective communication skills. Must provide own transportation. Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) Certificate preferred.

SKILL SETS: Adequate communication skills, process verbal and written instructions, dependable, interact effectively with the public and staff, adaptability-able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events, strong sense of commitment.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIORMENTAL DEMANDS: Visual acuity necessary for appraising the appearance of the home and individuals. Frequent talking and hearing when communicating with staff individuals, families and other service providers. Assistance in lifting individuals may be required. Work is light with walking, standing and occasional stooping. Possible exposure to communicable diseases. Strength, balance and dexterity required when performing safe physical management techniques with acting out individuals. Work involves evening, nights, weekends and holidays.
JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS:


Provide a normalized atmosphere appropriate to the needs of the individuals and develop activities within the home to encourage interaction. Provide specific training to the individuals according to the Plan of care. Ensure the strategies of the individuals are being followed and recorded as specified on the Plan of Care. Coordinates with other services providers to incorporate activities and trainings regarding the individuals. Keep track of the administering of medication i.e. recording, refills, dosage, etc. Know the medical needs of each individual and the protocol for emergency procedures. Review all documentation i.e. Plan of Care, Crisis prevention Plan, evaluations, medical consultation forms, medications. Understands dietary needs and prepares or assists individuals in meal preparation on individual's needs. Maintain general upkeep of the home and yard. Ensures the household is kept clean and in good repair, inside and out. Provides or arranges transportation to and from employment, personal appointments, shopping, recreation, and church, medical and other appointments. Ensure the individuals have adequate supplies of clothing, personal and household supplies. Ensure that all paperwork (notes, drills, incident reports, billing, etc.) are completed at the end of each shift. Assist the individuals with daily living skills, personal hygiene and social skills. Participates in agency continuing quality improvement (CQI) activities. Performs other duties as assigned.


MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Adheres to Communicare, Inc. policies and procedures. Attends mandatory in-services and other training/educational programs as required.


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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Residential Assistant (RA) cares for residents in our assisted living facilities, under the direction of nursing staff and ensures that residents' personal care needs are provided for with an emphasis on quality, compassion, and timeliness.

Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit corporation governed by the basic Christian values of compassion, respect, dignity, spirituality, integrity and quality. Working for Shepherd of the Valley is not just a job, it's a calling.
* Shepherd of the Valley provides 5-star treatment at our facilities.
* We are a healthcare community offering short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, independent living and home health services.

Responsibilities

* Answers signal lights, bells, or intercom system to determine residents' needs.
* Assists residents with specific needs involving their activities of daily living.
* Assists residents with laundry.
* Oversees residents' meal preparation in their rooms.
* Assists residents with self-administration of medications.
* Changes bed linens, runs errands, directs visitors, and answers the telephone.
* Maintains physical environment in a clean, safe, and pleasant manner.
* Performs other related activities as assigned or requested.

Requirements

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Why work at Shepherd of the Valley?

Shepherd of the Valley (SOV) offers a wide range of benefits as part of you total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing with SOV retirement options; enjoy generous paid holidays and time off; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. Here are some highlights of our compensation plan.

* Annual Performance Reviews
* Insurance - Medical, dental, eye and prescription drug coverage are available to eligible employees. SOV offers a fully paid $10,000 life insurance benefit.
* Flexible Spending Plan - SOV offers a flexible spending account that allows you to pay certain medical expenses as well as child care on a pre-tax basis.
* Paid Time Off - SOV employees begin accumulating paid time off (PTO) hours immediately.
* Paid Holidays - SOV recognizes 7 paid holidays; those who work a holiday are paid double time. In the third year of service all employees are paid for their birthday.
* Retirement - Employees are eligible to participate in SOV's 403(b) tax deferred annuity from their first day.
* Education Support - SOV's Professional Development Scholarship awards $1,000 each year to employees pursuing further education in their field.
* Additional Perks and Bonuses - SOV employees are eligible for discounts at local businesses. Employees of the month are recognized with a bonus. Recruitment bonuses for staff and residents are awarded. A quarterly wellness bonus is awarded for participating in a health and wellness check. After 3 years, employees receive an ongoing longevity bonus.

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.