Caregiver/Resident Assistant

Legend Senior Living®; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance $15k

Voluntary benefits: Hospital Indemnity

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Scholarship program

Annual performance raises

Job summary

Legend Senior Living® in Bradenton, FL is seeking devoted Resident Assistant/Caregiver to support residents with daily living activities and daily routines. You will assist with personal care, meals, hygiene, and companionship in a respectful, warm community.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, clear communication with the health team, and reliable shift performance. Benefit-rich environment with opportunities for growth within a family-owned company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, but it is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the daily care of the residents, including: Personal care, grooming, hygiene, housekeeping, laundering, social interactions, and meals.
• Monitoring the resident’s physical and emotional comfort and responding as needed
• Documenting completed tasks such as: Daily shift report, resident records and negotiated service agreement
• Confidentially communicating clearly to other staff, such as: Urgent needs for the next shift and all concerns to the Health Care Director
• Demonstrating the ability to manage assigned tasks within the scheduled shift

Job description

Why we should be your "home away from home"

• What associates say: A certified Great Place To Work (voted by associates) 7 years in a row!
• Work environment: Our focus is to maximize the potential of every life we touch. We do this by creating an elegant community where our residents are surrounded by the highest standards of quality of service, environment and care. This includes Holistic Wellness, Gold Leaf Dining standards and vibrant Life Enrichment activities.
• Associate support available: Work friend trainer, employee assistance program, crisis care assistance, paid-time-off donations, continuing education opportunities, appreciation/sympathy gifts, family member discount.
• Associate growth opportunities: In addition to competitive pay, hundreds of associates are promoted each year! We conduct annual performance evaluations with raises.
• Company snapshot: A family business for 30 years, Legend has seen 63% property growth in the past several years! Our awards include: Great Place To Work, Best of Senior Living Award, Innovative Programming in Senior Living.

JOB HIGHLIGHTS

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join the nursing team as a Resident Assistant/Caregiver. You will make a difference in the lives of residents by assisting them with their activities of daily living.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the daily care of the residents, including: Personal care, grooming, hygiene, housekeeping, laundering, social interactions, and meals.
• Monitoring the resident’s physical and emotional comfort and responding as needed
• Documenting completed tasks such as: Daily shift report, resident records and negotiated service agreement
• Confidentially communicating clearly to other staff, such as: Urgent needs for the next shift and all concerns to the Health Care Director
• Demonstrating the ability to manage assigned tasks within the scheduled shift

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision offerings (for benefit eligible associates)
• Company Paid Life Insurance coverage in the amount of $15,000
• Voluntary benefits including: Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, legal/Identify Theft, and Disability insurance (for benefit eligible associates)
• 401(k) program including discretionary company match
• Competitive Paid Time Off (for full-time associates)
• Holiday pay
• Discretionary Scholarship program
• Annual performance evaluations/raises

Bonus Opportunities

• Perfect attendance bonus - $75 for full-time (up to a $1,950 annual benefit) and $35 for part-time (up to a $910 annual benefit)
• Shift differential - $1+ per hour depending on location and shift assignment
• Employee referrals
• Employee of the month/year
• Resident tour (move-in)

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred, but it is not required.

Legend Senior Living is a drug free workplace and drug screening will be conducted at the company’s discretion. This position may require the associate to work evenings and weekends as needed.