Compassionate Senior Care Assistant

Holland Home; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer 匹

Tuition assistance for nurses

Paid holidays

PTO accruals

Job summary

Holland Home is seeking a compassionate Resident Assistant to provide direct support with daily living activities in a skilled nursing and long-term care setting. You will work closely with nursing staff to promote comfort, safety, and resident well-being.

This faith-based organization emphasizes dignity, respect, and teamwork. The role offers opportunities to build connections with residents and grow within a caring, mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience in resident care is preferred.
• 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.

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 to support high-quality care.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Memory care

English proficiency

Communication skills

Compassionate & dependable

Physical endurance

Job description

Holland Home is seeking a compassionate Resident Assistant to provide direct support with daily living activities in a skilled nursing and long-term care setting. You will work closely with nursing staff to promote comfort, safety, and resident well-being.

This faith-based organization emphasizes dignity, respect, and teamwork. The role offers opportunities to build connections with residents and grow within a caring, mission-driven team.