Resident Assistant/ Resident Aide - RA

We’re looking for compassionate individuals to join our team of Assistant Living Resident Assistants. You’ll help our residents with Activities of Daily Living and work at our community, a beautiful and active campus setting with a family-like atmosphere. You and your team will work together to set schedules and provide the best life experiences for residents.

At Otterbein, you are not an “employee.” You are a partner in caring because we are all working together toward the same goals. We believe in person-centered care that honors the residents and the choices they make. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of compassionate, quality care at our Communities and Small House Neighborhoods.

• Provide encouragement and high-quality care in a cheerful, timely manner
• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living, including oral care, toileting, bathing, incontinence and dressing in a caring and supportive manner as needed per resident
• Provide supervision, cueing or other non-weight-bearing assistance related to transfer ambulation as needed per resident
• Roll carts, laundry hampers and other equipment safely through work and resident areas
• Communicate, coordinate and cooperate with resident needs and team structure
• Work as a team under the supervision and direction of the nurse in charge
• Quickly respond to emergency calls from Independent Living residents as directed by the nurse in charge

• Education: High school diploma/GED preferred
• Certification: First Aid Course
• Experience: Previous experience preferred