Resident Care Assistant

Converse Home; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Converse Home in Burlington, VT is hiring a Resident Care Assistant to support residents' daily living, health, and comfort. You will assist with ADLs, administer medications, and provide companionship in a respectful community setting.

The role offers part-time scheduling with potential for additional shifts and a team-focused environment that values dignity, independence, and compassionate care for older adults.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous caregiving or healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with medication administration required; LNA certification is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use a computer for documentation.
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Administer medications accurately and safely in accordance with state regulations and community policies.
• Provide compassionate, resident-centered care that supports dignity and independence.
• Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ health or behavior to nursing staff.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.
• Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Follow all safety protocols, care standards, and organizational procedures.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Computer literacy

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LNA certification (a plus)

Job description

As a Resident Care Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the health, comfort, and well-being of our residents. This position includes assisting with daily care needs, administering medications, offering meaningful companionship, and helping maintain a supportive, respectful community environment. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of older adults. We are looking to fill full time and part-time or per diem openings. We currently only have part-time spots available

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Administer medications accurately and safely in accordance with state regulations and community policies.
• Provide compassionate, resident-centered care that supports dignity and independence.
• Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ health or behavior to nursing staff.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.
• Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Follow all safety protocols, care standards, and organizational procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous caregiving or healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with medication administration required; LNA certification is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use a computer for documentation.
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Must successfully pass a background check.