Healthcare Aide
Company: Horizon Hospice of Colorado
Location: Denver
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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. Male Candidates Preferred KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Resident
Care Duties : Provide assistance with activities of daily living
(ADLs) such as grooming, bathing and dressing, as requested by
residents or directed by supervisor. Attends to the personal care
needs of residents in a timely manner. Regularly review, follow,
and adhere to residents' service plans. Document and report care
provided and resident observations. Perform vital signs and heights
and weights. Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner.
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. Relationship Duties: 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. Department Duties : 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. TALENT: Executing
Detail oriented and follow through Prioritize and multitask
priorities Relationship Building Works well with residents, staff,
family and others Build relationships with all types of people Have
a caring attitude and sincere interest in others Influencing
Communicates clearly and effectively Strategic Thinking Curiosity
and desire to learn SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: 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)
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: Valid Adult Basic First Aid and CPR
Certification (preferred). PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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. WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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. OTHER: Classification non-exempt. Reports to:
Director of Assisted Living, Director of Memory Care, or Director
of Wellness. Department: Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Wellness.
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies
of this Community. All your information will be kept confidential
according to EEO guidelines.
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