FT/PT Resident Assistant

Foundry Commercial; Sevierville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time & Part-time schedules

Start before the holidays

Team that feels like family

Meaningful work every day

Job summary

Allegro Living in Sevierville, TN is seeking Resident Assistants to provide direct resident care under supervision, with both full-time and part-time shifts available. The role offers competitive hourly pay and a team-oriented environment that starts before the holidays.

No experience is required; training will be provided. You will support residents’ daily living activities, dining, safety, and documentation, while upholding HIPAA and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, hospitality, senior living or service environment preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; PCA certificate may be accepted; CNA may be required in some states.
• Must have CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
• General understanding of needs of seniors.
• Experience with Alzheimer’s or memory-impaired residents preferred.
• Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
• Must be at least 18 years old; state guidelines may apply.
• Must pass background, health screening and drug-free workplace requirements.
• Reliable transportation and, where required, valid driver’s license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transfers and mobility.
• Prepare residents for meals and assist in dining, including serving meals and clearing tables.
• Respond promptly to resident emergency call systems and requests for assistance.
• Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ condition to the supervisor.
• Communicate with residents, family, team members and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain required resident care documentation per state regulations and policies.
• Assist with resident transportation when required.
• Follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
• Assist with light cleaning, laundry, and upkeep of resident rooms and common areas.
• Attend meetings and in-service training as required; support standards and professional appearance.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Empathy

Education

CNA certification preferred

CPR and First Aid certifications

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Spring Arbor of Sevierville is hiring Resident Assistants! Full-Time & Part-Time

Pay: $15 – $19 per hour

Why wait until the new year? Start now and ring in the holidays with a steady paycheck, a great team, and a job you'll love.

Morning Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Get your work done early and still have time for holiday shopping, baking, and family.

Evening Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Keep your mornings free and finish the day making our residents' evenings merry and bright.

Give yourself the best gift this season:

• Competitive pay from $15 to $19 per hour
• Full-time and part-time schedules that fit your life
• Get hired and start earning before the holidays
• A team that feels like family
• Meaningful work that makes a difference every day

No experience? No problem, we'll train the right people! Just bring your big heart.

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct resident care and support under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel. This role helps maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment while supporting residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

The Resident Assistant assists with activities of daily living, responds to emergency calls, supports dining and daily routines, observes and reports changes in resident condition, maintains required documentation, and communicates professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and able to work collaboratively in a senior living environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, transfers, mobility, and incontinence care.
• Prepare residents for meals, snacks, and activities, and provide support in the dining room, including serving meals and clearing tables.
• Respond promptly to resident emergency call systems and requests for assistance.
• Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ condition to the appropriate supervisor or designee.
• Communicate with residents, family members, team members, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Maintain required resident care documentation in accordance with state regulations and Allegro Living policies and procedures.
• Assist with resident transportation when required.
• Follow safety, sanitation, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements at all times.
• Assist with light cleaning, laundry, resident rooms, offices, and common areas as needed to support a safe and orderly environment.
• Attend meetings and in-service training sessions as required and in accordance with state guidelines.
• Support community standards by maintaining professional appearance, participating in training, and delivering courteous service that promotes positive resident and family experiences.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certificate may be accepted. CNA certification may be required in some states.
• Must have and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
• General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
• Experience or aptitude working with Alzheimer’s disease and memory-impaired residents preferred.
• Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; state-specific guidelines may apply.
• Must pass required background screening, health screening, and drug-free workplace requirements.
• Must have reliable transportation and, where required, a valid driver’s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record, and insurability by the community’s automobile insurance carrier.

What Makes You Successful in This Role

• You provide compassionate, respectful, and dependable support to residents each day.
• You notice changes in resident needs and communicate concerns promptly and professionally.
• You follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and documentation requirements carefully.
• You work well with nurses, supervisors, coworkers, residents, and family members.
• You remain calm, professional, and effective in a busy care environment.
• You take ownership of assigned responsibilities and help maintain a positive community experience.

Join Allegro Living and help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where residents can receive quality care and live with dignity.