Lead Resident Assistant - Ebenezer
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
About the Job
- Ebenezer offers a robust compensation package with benefits and hourly wages ranging from $22 - $28 / hour. Wage determinations will be based on similar experience.
We are looking for a Lead Resident Assistant whom would be responsible for providing personal cares and designated health related services to improve and/or maintain the senior residents’ physical and emotional well-being. Will also get trained to pass medications. NO CNA required, unless under 18 years old.
This lead caregiver position includes;
- 64 hours every two weeks ; full-time
- Day shift
- Every other weekend rotation and rotating holidays
- Benefits: https://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits
Welcome to The Pillars of Grand Rapids, opened in early 2022 in Grand Rapids, MN. Conveniently located near Highways 2, 169, and adjacent to Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital, gives peace of mind with a high standard of medical care nearby. The beautiful scenery of the Mississippi River and the Sylcvan trail head are just a few of these cities perks. Managed by Ebenezer, our community will provide independent senior living, assisted living and memory care. We offer an age-in place model, where our residents choose apartments and services based on their needs.
Ebenezer is proud to be voted 2024 Star Tribune Top Work Place, and has received this honor fifteen years in a row. We're an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others.
Responsibilities/Job Description:- Assists residents with personal cares including but not limited to: bathing, shaving, dressing, hair care, feeding, toileting, and transfers/lifts.
- Under direction of Nurse, provides health related services as needed such as; passing medication, glucose monitoring, temperatures, blood pressure, and pulse.
- May perform duties that include: laundry, cleaning, meal service, and assisting with activities.
- Observes residents and reports status to appropriate staff
- Assists with onboarding of new staff
- Assist the Director of Health Services with Resident Assistant staffing assignments
Required Skills:
- Ability to communicate optimally, with compassion and kindness for residents and coworkers
- Ability to work in a team setting and support others
- Curiosity to work with a diverse and older population
- Must be 18 years or older
- This position is a career ladder/promotional opportunity for Resident Assistants (RA). An RA needs to
be employed by Ebenezer for a minimum of six (6) months before considered eligible
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills:
- High School diploma or GED or completion of a formal NA or HHA course
- Previous work experience as HHA, CNA, NA, DSP, PCA