Position Details
$4,000 INCENTIVE OFFERED FOR THIS FULL TIME ROLE
Do you have a passion for helping Seniors in our community live their fullest life possible? This could be a great opportunity for you to assist our awesome residents in daily living and health support. You're working in THEIR home, our Senior Living Grand Rapids Community, so making every day the best it can be is the goal.
Consider this full time opportunity as a RESIDENT ASSISTANT! Welcome to Samaritas Nation!
Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.
APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
This is a FULL TIME ROLE that pays $14.00 per hour.
As a full time Samaritas employee, some of the benefits you will receive are:
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Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
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Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
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Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
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Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
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Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
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Plus many more benefits
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Duties and Responsibilities
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Provide hands-on care and assistance to residents, including but not limited to moving/lifting/transferring, bathing, personal hygiene and grooming, laundry and mealtime assistance. Inform Nurse/Manager of individual health care concerns or changes in resident's condition. Respond to call system promptly.
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Monitor residents' health according to service plan by passing medications, monitoring vital signs and blood sugar, administering insulin, and collecting specimens as needed. Advise families when medications are needed.
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Assist residents with activities in daily living, including but not limited to household tasks, communication skills, and activities in the community.
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Assist in development of individuals' social and recreational interests and skills through appropriate modeling and supportive and/or programmed activities.
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Record all entries on flow sheets, notes, charts, etc., in an informative and descriptive manner.
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Assist residents in maintaining a clean and tidy environment, including but not limited to vacuuming, dusting, and mopping resident rooms; cleaning, washing, sanitizing, and polishing bathroom fixtures; and mopping up spills as they occur in assigned areas. Evaluate resident rooms and public areas for safety and report concerns to housekeeper.
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Monitor and request orders for medical and office supplies.
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Assist with serving meals in dining room as needed.
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Experience
- Experience as Resident Aide in an assisted living or nursing facility or Certified as a Nursing Assistant preferred.
At Samaritas, we ask you to join us - to "Be The Rock That Starts The Ripple". A ripple of transformation in the individual lives of the 15,000 people we help each year, and a ripple of positive change throughout our community. Our team is growing at Samaritas! We are seeking more Rocks to join our team. We are always looking for additional employees who want to make a big impact and have a lot of fun doing so as part of an enthusiastic, collaborative team. We want you to be our rock!
We walk with people in need, offering hope and compassion while upholding their dignity, advocating for equality and justice, and seeking creative solutions with those who place their trust in us.
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Requisition Number 2021-7822
Employee Type Full-Time
Hours Per Pay Period 64
Shift Afternoon
Work Hours 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Weekends and/or Holidays Required Yes
On Call Required No
Position LocationUS-MI-Grand Rapids