Sopris Lodge at Carbondale·Carbondale, Colorado
Provide daily personal care and assistance with activities of daily living for residents in assisted living and memory care settings. Monitor resident health, document observations, and maintain a clean and safe environment in common areas and apartments.
Resident Assistant (RA)
The primary responsibility of the Resident Assistant position is to meet the daily personal care needs of residents with professionalism, dignity and respect following the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern assisted living communities. You are entrusted to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.
Monitors the safety and well-being of residents. Reports changes in resident status, health or otherwise to supervisor.
Demonstrate knowledge of infection control and universal precautions. Provide information, encourage, and participate with residents in activity focused programs. May be asked to provide assistance to residents in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care.
Deal tactfully when personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interaction with co-workers, residents, families, and visitors. Relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the community.
Attends, participates and contributes to monthly staff meetings addressing resident, departmental and community needs. Responsible for cleaning common areas, occupied and vacant apartments, and perform laundry services in accordance with Community policies and procedures. Not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Effectively communicate in the English language and follow written and verbal instructions. High School diploma or GED (preferred).
Experience: 6-months experience in a senior living community (preferred)
Valid Adult Basic First Aid and CPR Certification (preferred).
Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must be able to push, pull, move, and /or lift a minimum of 25# to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc. Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., through out the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
The above reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
include a high school diploma or GED and six months of experience in a senior living community. Valid Adult Basic First Aid and CPR certifications are also preferred.
Market context
Resident Assistant roles in Colorado senior living communities are typically in steady demand because facilities need dependable support for daily resident care and safety. These positions are competitive when candidates bring experience in senior living, current First Aid and CPR certifications, and a calm, service-oriented approach. Before applying, confirm your certifications and review the posted duties closely; on this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time.
