Resident Support Specialist

Description

Position Overview: The Resident Support Specialist is a versatile, cross-functional role designed to provide essential support across multiple departments including dietary, housekeeping, resident care, activities, and more. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth daily operations and maintaining a high standard of service for our residents. The day-to-day duties of the Resident Support Specialist will be based on departmental needs, enhancing the continuity of care and overall facility efficiency.

Schedule: Variable hours based on facility needs; weekend and holiday availability may be required.

This position is ideal for a dependable, adaptable individual who enjoys a variety of tasks and is dedicated to supporting our team in providing exceptional care and service across all departments.

Salary: $15/hr. to $18/hr. 

Key Responsibilities:

Dietary Support:

• Assist with meal preparation, service, and cleanup, ensuring dining areas remain clean and compliant with safety standards.
• Support kitchen staff with food preparation and light tasks to maintain efficiency during meal times.

Housekeeping & Maintenance:

• Perform routine cleaning duties such as mopping, dusting, laundry, and general tidying of resident rooms and common spaces.
• Support the housekeeping team by maintaining cleanliness and organization in all assigned areas, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment.

Activities:

• Assist with the creation and execution of engaging resident activities
• Promote an environment that is both safe and engaging for residents

Resident Assistance (Non-CMT):

• Assist resident care teams with non-medical tasks, such as transporting residents within the facility, delivering linens, and assisting with light activity setup.
• Ensure residents’ needs are met in a timely and respectful manner, contributing to their comfort and wellbeing.

General Support:

• Provide flexible support to any department in need, acting as a resource during peak hours or short-staffed times.
• Collaborate with various team members to identify priority tasks for the day and complete them with efficiency and care. 

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with staff and residents.
• Flexibility to work in various departments and adapt to different tasks as needed.
• Previous experience in dietary, housekeeping, or caregiving roles is preferred but not required.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability-related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.