Resident Care Associate

Purpose

The Resident Care Associate is responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services to a consistent group of residents and their families in our assisted living and memory‑care neighborhoods. This role includes hands‑on care, physical and emotional support as outlined in each resident’s Personalized Service Plan (PSP) while maintaining a safe, comfortable, home‑like environment. The Resident Care Associate reports directly to The Pearl Wellness Director and must demonstrate all elements of wellness in accordance with federal, state, local standards, regulations, and Pearl policies.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the development and updates of Personalized Service Plans; attends service‑plan review meetings with families as requested.
• Follows the hydration schedule established for residents during the shift.
• Completes resident meal attendance sheets and provides room service or accounts for any resident who does not dine in the dining room.
• Knows and complies with all resident rights.
• Initiates, assigns, and assists with activities as appropriate.
• Checks all assigned residents daily for cleanliness, appropriate clothing, continence issues, and changes in condition.
• Uses proper sanitary procedures and universal precautions.
• Inspects assigned resident rooms daily for general cleanliness and neatness, taking appropriate action; ensures high‑risk rooms are double‑checked.
• Assists with laundry rooms and common areas—including bathrooms—checking for cleanliness and any exposed hazardous chemicals, and takes appropriate action (e.g., contacting housekeeping, personally cleaning, securing chemicals).
• Completes all ADLs for assigned residents according to each resident’s PSP.
• Responds to security system and resident call requests via walkie‑talkie.

Education / Experience / Licensure

• High school education preferred and may be required by the state.
• Previous experience working with elders or disabled individuals, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age to perform the personal‑care aspects of the RCA position.
• Knowledge and experience in the assisted‑living industry and dementia care or skilled nursing, preferred.
• Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends – flexibility required.

Schedule

12‑hour shifts, Monday through Friday; every other weekend required.

Pay

$16.00 per hour