Lead CBRF Resident Assistant

The facility hiring for the Lead CBRF Resident Assistant position is a specialized residential care business facility focused on providing compassionate and comprehensive care to residents, particularly those dealing with memory, behavioral, and general health challenges. This long-term care facility is committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes residents' dignity, independence, and overall quality of life. The organization prides itself on its person-centered approach to caregiving, ensuring that each resident's unique needs and preferences are respected and catered to in a professional and empathetic manner.

The Lead CBRF Resident Assistant role is a senior caregiver position that involves leadership responsibilities, including training and guiding a team of Resident Assistants to deliver exceptional care. The position requires a hands-on approach in assisting residents with daily living activities such as toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, transfers, and dining. In addition to physical care, the role emphasizes supporting residents emotionally and socially, helping enhance their cognitive and physical health through positive interaction and personalized care planning.

This full-time role demands flexibility, particularly with extended shifts, to accommodate the varying needs of residents and align with the facility's care schedule. The Lead Resident Assistant must ensure compliance with resident rights and privacy laws, including HIPAA, while fostering a safe and respectful living environment. The position requires close observation of residents' health status and prompt reporting of any changes or emergencies, maintaining the highest standard of care and safety.

In terms of leadership, the role involves mentoring and training team members to improve caregiving quality and adherence to facility policies. The Lead Resident Assistant is instrumental in implementing infection control protocols, utilizing proper body mechanics and safe handling techniques, and managing housekeeping responsibilities within the resident homes. This position demands professional communication with residents, families, staff, and vendors, maintaining confidentiality and a respectful atmosphere.

Candidates must have a thorough understanding of resident care, hold a CBRF or CNA active license, and bring at least three years of experience as a Resident Assistant with a minimum of one year in a lead or training capacity. Physical endurance is crucial, considering the demands of the role, which include standing or walking up to 12 hours and lifting or assisting with up to 50 pounds.

The organization offers a competitive package that includes health insurance coverage, 401K with employer contributions, flexible scheduling, incentive pay, and additional weekend shift differential pay. Personal protective equipment is provided to maintain safety for both residents and staff. Overall, this opportunity is ideal for a compassionate, experienced caregiver eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while leading and developing a dedicated care team.