A living assistant can earn a high salary, especially if he or she works in a senior living community. American Senior Benefits, Ilitch Holdings and San Diego College of Continuing Education each pay their community-living assistants a median income of $44,260. However, there are some basic requirements to become a living assistant.
Responsibilities as a living assistant
A living assistant performs a number of tasks to support residents in the comfort of their own homes. They provide personal care, monitor patient condition and offer advice on nutrition and housekeeping. They help residents participate in group activities. As part of their job, living assistants participate in educational programs designed to increase the residents' socialization and interpersonal skills.
A living assistant is a member the health care team that assists residents in daily activities. They also transport them to and from their appointments and supervise outings. Sometimes they will administer medication to residents. A living assistant typically holds a high school diploma and reports to a supervisor, who oversees his or her duties. A living assistant may have 0-1years general work experience, depending upon the position.
Required education to become a living assistant
Living assistants usually need at least a high-school diploma. For this job, you can take courses in social studies and math as well as biology, chemistry, and other related fields. CNA training is offered by some community colleges as part of their diploma programs. This may be an excellent way to start your career as a living assistant.
