Personal Services Assistant

$31,200 - $41,246/Yr

Lifespace Communities - Prairie Village, KS

Part-time - Entry Level

Prairie Village, KS

1,001-5,000 employees

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Personal Services Assistant role at Lifespace Communities focuses on providing essential personal care and support to residents in a senior living environment. The position emphasizes teamwork and aims to create meaningful, personalized experiences for residents while ensuring their health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Help residents maintain good personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, or grooming).
• Check vital signs.
• Perform bowel and bladder management assistance.
• Assist in maintaining a healthful, safe environment.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
• Market when instructed to do so by the nurse.
• Assist residents with ambulation or exercise.
• Aid with medication management as directed by registered nurse or assigned by a licensed practical nurse.
• Assist therapy personnel as needed with rehabilitative processes.
• Carry out assignments per home health care plan as instructed by the registered nurse or paramedical team and report to the registered nurse when unable to perform as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience.
• Certifications and licensure required by state regulations.
• Completion of a basic aide training program consistent with state and federal requirements and for which a certificate was obtained.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must have a valid state driver's license and a good driving record.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Supportive team environment.