Resident Assistant

Position Summary

The Resident Assistant provides direct personal care and support to residents according to individualized care plans and delegated nursing tasks. This position focuses on assisting residents with activities of daily living, engagement, and safety while maintaining a respectful and compassionate approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility, hygiene, meals, and incontinence care
• Support safe transfers and proper positioning using trained techniques and equipment
• Provide meal setup, cueing, and feeding assistance as needed
• Encourage participation in social and recreational activities
• Absorb residents in attending activities and community events
• Provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot join group activities
• Help lead or support activities when assigned
• Complete required documentation for care tasks and observations
• Communicate changes in resident condition or safety concerns promptly
• Participate in shift handoffs and provide updates to nursing leadership
• Follow individualized care plans and delegated nursing instructions
• Perform tasks only within assigned scope and training
• Report any concerns or discrepancies to nursing leadership
• Perform light housekeeping such as making beds and tidying resident rooms
• Complete resident laundry as assigned
• Aid with dining room setup, service, and cleanup
• Follow infection control, safety, and emergency procedures
• Maintain resident privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times
• Observe and report changes in condition, appetite, mobility, or skin integrity
• Perform delegated monitoring tasks such as vital signs or weights as assigned
• Interact respectfully with residents, families, and coworkers
• Maintain professional appearance and behavior
• Complete required training and competencies
• Participate in meetings and ongoing education
• Promote a positive and supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Ability to provide hands-on personal care and support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and care teams
• Ability to use electronic documentation systems
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role (standing, walking, lifting up to 75 lbs)
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (reasonable accommodations considered)

Work Environment

• Resident-centered senior living community
• Indoor care and shared community spaces
• Moderate noise and activity levels
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and bodily fluids may occur
• On-site work with rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Why Join Our Team?

• Meaningful work making a difference in residents' lives
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Training and growth opportunities
• A role where compassion and teamwork are valued
• Opportunity to build strong relationships with residents and families

Ready to Apply?

If you are caring, reliable, and looking for a rewarding role in senior care, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team and help create a community where residents feel safe, respected, and at home.