Resident Assistant / Caregiver

Full Time and Variable Part Time Schedules- Day/Evening

When you join Willamette View, you become a valuable part of a non-profit organization that holds a prominent position in the retirement and continuing care industry. At Willamette View, you'll have the chance to contribute to the ethos of "Inspiring the Art of Living Well" for our active resident community, playing a key role in helping individuals lead rich and fulfilling lives. If you appreciate the importance of personal relationships and making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, our unique and progressive senior community is the ideal place for you.

As a Resident Assistant (Caregiver), your responsibilities include delivering direct patient care with a focus on preserving each resident's dignity, privacy, and confidentiality. Uphold the rights and individuality of all residents, and communicate courteously with residents, co-workers, supervisors, and visitors. Adhere to facility safety, infection prevention, and control procedures, following the care plan/service guidelines.

In your role, read and adhere to the care plan/service plan for each assigned resident before providing care. Organize and prioritize your workload to ensure timely completion of all duties. Use mechanical lifts for transfers as directed by the care plan/service plan or when instructed by the person in charge. Support residents in maintaining nutritional intake by serving meals, offering encouragement, and assisting with eating. Employ a resident-centered active listening approach in communication, providing verbal explanations before delivering care. Understand that behaviors are a form of communication and avoid taking them personally. Promptly report any changes in a resident's health, cognition, or behavior to the person in charge.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• While experience in offering direct care to adults is desirable, it is not a mandatory requirement.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding English is essential for effective communication with residents, families, and staff.
• A must-have includes the ability to follow directions, collaborate effectively in a team, and deliver excellent customer service to residents.

At Willamette View, we believe in investing in our employees right from Day 1. When you join our team, you'll gain access to a comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your well-being. You'll be entering a culture of community where both employees and residents are deeply passionate and engaged as owners.

Here are some highlights of the benefits we offer:

• Full benefits package, including Medical, Dental & Life Insurance, along with optional flexible spending accounts and a 401K retirement plan with a match.
• Support for your well-being through access to our fitness center, educational opportunities and scholarships, wellness incentives, and a subsidized food program.
• Enjoy your breaks in the refreshing environment of our 27-acre riverfront campus.
• Take advantage of our generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan to rest and recuperate.
• We actively recognize and reward excellence, creativity, and teamwork among our dedicated staff.

Willamette View believes in building a sense of community and inclusivity, both in the relationships we build with our residents and with our own team. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Willamette view is an equal opportunity employer and provides all staff a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Willamette View are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate. Willamette View will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.