Resident Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a Caregiver to join our team! You will assist in the daily care of individuals with disabilities/mental health in transitional/homeless shelter/interim housing setting. *Responsibilities:* * Assist clients with daily living activities * Communicate ongoing care results and updates to care team. * Collaborate with clients and families for best care opportunities * Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment * Current CPR and Basic First Aid. * Current and satisfactory report on pre-employment physical examination including TB Screening Test or chest X-ray as required by Agency policies and procedures. Must be free from signs of infection and illness. * Able to walk, bend, stoop, and lift objects appropriate for job performance. Must be able to perform all job responsibilities. * Must be able to communicate effectively, read, write legibly, spell correctly, perform basic mathematics, understand and carry out service plans. ​*Qualifications:* * Previous experience in personal care or other related fields * Compassionate and caring demeanor for the vulnerable population * Ability to build rapport with clients * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Reliable transportation * Accompanies client as needed to medical appointments, and assists with activities of daily living etc. * Complies with HIPAA regulations, maintains and conserves confidentiality of client and agency information at all times. * Utilizes client equipment and supplies safely, efficiently and effectively. * Conforms to all agency policies and procedures * Maintains a comfortable work environment for all employees. * Maintains proper timekeeping. * Follows policies and procedures as per the Employee Handbook. * Maintains all required credentials up-to-date. * Reports fraud and abuse. * Knowledge of mandated reporting. * Conducts timely recording and/or documentation of all client contact. * Attends department meetings (in person, by phone, or by web). * Attends all state mandated in-service trainings. * Performs other duties as assigned. Standard shift: * Day shift Weekly schedule: * Monday to Friday Work setting: * Outpatient Ability to commute/relocate: * Los Angeles County License/Certification: * Driver's License (Preferred) * CHHA (Preferred) Willingness to travel: * 100% (Preferred) Work Location: On the road Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour Work Location: In person