Resident Assistant Every Other Weekend 1st Shift (Breton Woods)

About the Role

The Resident Assistant provides direct, hands-on support to residents by assisting with activities of daily living and promoting comfort, safety, and emotional well-being. Working closely with nursing staff and the interdisciplinary care team, the Resident Assistant helps create a respectful, supportive environment that enhances each resident’s quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and feeding
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and reassurance to residents
• Monitor and report changes in residents’ physical, cognitive, or emotional condition
• Encourage independence while ensuring resident safety and dignity
• Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive living environment
• Respond promptly to resident call lights and requests
• Collaborate with nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated, high-quality care

Requirements

• 6 months to 1 year of previous direct care experience
• Memory care experience strongly preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Strong communication and observation skills
• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time

Benefits

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• On-site DHHS representative

Financial Growth

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition assistance for nurses

Work-Life Balance

• Paid holidays
• PTO accruals

Work in a mission-driven, faith-based organization and be part of a supportive and collaborative team that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every day.