Resident Assistant - Memory Care (Full-time)
About the role
Garden Spot Communities has evolved into a community that thrives on purpose, opportunity and living life to its fullest. Our heritage, mission and core values play a fundamental role as they ground us in the present and shape our future.
Resident Care Assistants play a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and daily well-being of residents. This position provides hands-on care, encourages resident engagement in activities, and helps maintain a comfortable and dignified environment for all residents.
Responsibilities
- Comply with established policies, procedures, and standards, including the Compliance Program/Code of Conduct
- Follow Residents’ Rights policies at all times
- Treat all resident information as confidential
- Treat residents, families, visitors, and peers with dignity and respect, maintaining a cheerful and positive attitude
- Ensure residents’ privacy, respect, dignity, and rights in accordance with State and Federal regulations
- Report any unusual observations or conditions to the Med Tech or LPN on duty
- Encourage residents to remain active and attend social functions and programs
- Assist with the implementation of activity programs as needed
- Support residents with personal care, including bathing, continence care, oral hygiene, hair grooming, dressing, care of personal possessions, use of telephone, scheduling and reminders of appointments, ambulation, bed-making, and weekly linen changes
- Assist with new resident admissions, including unpacking, orientation, and explanation of activities and meal schedules
- Respond promptly to resident call bells
- Assist at meal times according to departmental policy
- Take and document vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, and accu-checks
- Attend department meetings, staff meetings, and training programs
- Practice safety for self and residents, reporting any unsafe conditions to the Med Tech or LPN
- Make continuous rounds to observe and check on residents’ comfort and safety
- Ensure residents are charged appropriately for supplies and additional services
- Assist in training peers
- Participate in monthly fire drills and assist with the prompt evacuation of residents
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in healthcare or related field preferred but not required
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain after hire)
- Diabetic Training (or willingness to obtain after hire)
- Commitment to customer service and teamwork
- Understanding of and alignment with the philosophy and corporate values of Garden Spot Communities
- Must rotate shifts and work weekends and holidays as scheduled
- May be required to work during emergency conditions (short staffing, severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)
- May be asked to work overtime to ensure adequate staffing
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401K program with company match
- Tuition assistance
- First-time homebuyer program
Pay
$16.50/hr PLUS shift differential
Schedule
- Days – 7 am–3 pm (40 hours/week)
- Nights – 11 pm–7 am (40 hours/week)
Why You’ll Love Working at Garden Spot
At Garden Spot Village, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven team committed to compassion, respect, and integrity. As a Resident Care Assistant, you’ll support residents’ health, safety, and quality of life every day.