Watercrest Senior Living Group
AL Resident Care Specialist
Watercrest Senior Living Group, Port Saint Lucie, Florida, us, 34985
AL Resident Care Specialist
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Watercrest Senior Living Group . SERVANT LEADERSHIP
Watercrest Senior Living Group associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. They are recognized for their achievements and empowered to share their vast experience with their peers, ensuring the quality of our assisted living and memory care services and the well‑being of our residents. Our associates champion a culture that nurtures relationships, acting as trusted advisors, and develop value‑centered leaders who deliver personalized services. General Summary
The Resident Care Specialist assures the day‑to‑day care of our residents is provided in a sensitive, professional, and effective manner. This position provides assistance to the resident in accordance with state and company regulations. The Resident Care Specialist may also participate in the Culinary Program and Community Program to ensure the best quality of care for all residents. Essential Job Functions
Assist residents with personal care and activities of daily living as assigned and as requested. Perform daily housekeeping tasks using established procedures and standards. Review and participate in 24‑hour reports, daily logs, shift cross‑over reports, and verbal reports as needed. Assist residents to and from scheduled programs. Promote personal choices, independence, and spiritual needs as needed. Perform laundry duties as assigned. Respond to resident emergency calls in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with new resident care protocols. Report all resident changes in condition immediately to the Wellness Nurse or Resident Wellness Director. Maintain infection control practices. Report all accidents and incidents promptly to the supervisor. Maintain confidentiality of residents' personal care information. Honor residents' personal and property rights. Be knowledgeable and prepared for emergency situations (disasters, fire, etc.). Remain in company uniform and resident‑ready at all times. Perform other related essential duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, vendors, referral sources, and outside contacts. Make independent decisions. Communicate in a warm, friendly, and caring manner. Have a passion for working with and around senior citizens. Understand customer service principles and practices. Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent. Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide preferred but not required. License/Certificate for Medication Assistance (if applicable) preferred. CPR and First Aid certification preferred. Experience Requirements
Experience working with seniors preferred. Physical Requirements
Stand or walk 75% of the day. Concentrate with frequent interruptions. Work under stress and in emergency situations. Work under conditions requiring sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pulling, pushing, and grasping. Talk and hear effectively to convey messages, instructions, and information. Lift or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. Occupational Exposure / Personal Protective Equipment
Work in all areas of the community. Subject to reactions from dust, disinfectants, cleaning chemicals, and infectious waste. Use personal protective equipment (infection control kit, rubber gloves, non‑slip shoes) to prevent burns, falls, and infection. Follow safety policies and procedures. Seniority Level
Entry Level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Health Care Provider
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– Watercrest Senior Living Group Join to apply for the
AL Resident Care Specialist
role at
Watercrest Senior Living Group . SERVANT LEADERSHIP
Watercrest Senior Living Group associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. They are recognized for their achievements and empowered to share their vast experience with their peers, ensuring the quality of our assisted living and memory care services and the well‑being of our residents. Our associates champion a culture that nurtures relationships, acting as trusted advisors, and develop value‑centered leaders who deliver personalized services. General Summary
The Resident Care Specialist assures the day‑to‑day care of our residents is provided in a sensitive, professional, and effective manner. This position provides assistance to the resident in accordance with state and company regulations. The Resident Care Specialist may also participate in the Culinary Program and Community Program to ensure the best quality of care for all residents. Essential Job Functions
Assist residents with personal care and activities of daily living as assigned and as requested. Perform daily housekeeping tasks using established procedures and standards. Review and participate in 24‑hour reports, daily logs, shift cross‑over reports, and verbal reports as needed. Assist residents to and from scheduled programs. Promote personal choices, independence, and spiritual needs as needed. Perform laundry duties as assigned. Respond to resident emergency calls in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with new resident care protocols. Report all resident changes in condition immediately to the Wellness Nurse or Resident Wellness Director. Maintain infection control practices. Report all accidents and incidents promptly to the supervisor. Maintain confidentiality of residents' personal care information. Honor residents' personal and property rights. Be knowledgeable and prepared for emergency situations (disasters, fire, etc.). Remain in company uniform and resident‑ready at all times. Perform other related essential duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, vendors, referral sources, and outside contacts. Make independent decisions. Communicate in a warm, friendly, and caring manner. Have a passion for working with and around senior citizens. Understand customer service principles and practices. Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent. Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide preferred but not required. License/Certificate for Medication Assistance (if applicable) preferred. CPR and First Aid certification preferred. Experience Requirements
Experience working with seniors preferred. Physical Requirements
Stand or walk 75% of the day. Concentrate with frequent interruptions. Work under stress and in emergency situations. Work under conditions requiring sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pulling, pushing, and grasping. Talk and hear effectively to convey messages, instructions, and information. Lift or carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. Occupational Exposure / Personal Protective Equipment
Work in all areas of the community. Subject to reactions from dust, disinfectants, cleaning chemicals, and infectious waste. Use personal protective equipment (infection control kit, rubber gloves, non‑slip shoes) to prevent burns, falls, and infection. Follow safety policies and procedures. Seniority Level
Entry Level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Health Care Provider
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