Resident Assistant - Memory Care at Nikkei Senior Gardens

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compassionate Care, Direct Care, Activities Of Daily Living Assistance, Safety Adherence, Independence Promotion, Emotional Support, Engagement, Companionship, Life Enrichment Activity Participation, Light Housekeeping, Communication, Teamwork, Patience, Attention To Detail, Physical Stamina, High Integrity

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description THE COMPANY Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members. At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career! WHAT WE OFFER Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities. Sick Leave. Free meals at work. Generous Employee Referral Program and more. POSITION SUMMARY We are hiring a caring and empathetic Resident Assistant (Caregiver) for our premier retirement community, Nikkei Senior Gardens to support our memory care residents. Nikkei Senior Gardens, located in Arleta, celebrates Japanese-American culture by offering a blend of Japanese and American traditions, cuisine, and activities that cater to the cultural needs of our residents. This makes us unique in our approach to senior living for Japanese Americans. Our Resident Assistants play a critical role in their community. You will provide compassionate and personalized direct care to our residents, assisting them with activities of daily living and ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. This care will promote independence, maintain their privacy, and respect their dignity. Our RAs work in a team setting to provide a supportive and nurturing environment for our residents. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transferring, as needed, while adhering to community protocols, licensing regulations, and guidelines that ensure the safety of both residents and employees. Prioritize independence and emotional support for the residents by providing compassionate care, engagement, and companionship. Encourage and assist with participation in life enrichment activity programs. Assist with light housekeeping duties, such as making beds and tidying rooms. Promote open communication between healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff. Requirements CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain. Experience, Competencies, and Skills: At least 12 months of experience in a professional caregiving setting. Experience with memory care is required. Strong communication skills and a teamwork mindset. A positive attitude, empathy, patience, and a commitment to treating our residents with dignity and respect. Attention to detail, physical stamina, and high integrity. Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

The Resident Assistant will provide compassionate and personalized direct care to memory care residents, assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming while promoting independence and dignity. Responsibilities also include encouraging participation in life enrichment activities and assisting with light housekeeping duties.