Full-Time Resident Assistant

Foundry Commercial; Athens (TN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Arbor of Athens in Athens, TN is seeking a full-time Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or CNA for the 2nd shift (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM). You will provide direct resident care, assist with daily living activities, dining support, and respond to emergencies to help residents maintain dignity and comfort.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented, with CPR/First Aid certifications; CNA preferred, PCA may be accepted where allowed by state requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, senior living, or service environment preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Must meet state certification/licensure requirements.
• Must pass background health screenings and drug-free workplace checks.
• Must have reliable transportation and, where required, a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transfer, mobility).
• Provide dining room support, serve meals, and clear tables.
• Respond promptly to resident emergency call systems and requests for assistance.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ condition to supervisors.
• Maintain resident care documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Assist with light cleaning, laundry, and maintaining clean resident rooms and common areas.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Observation and reporting

Education

CPR and First Aid certifications

CNA certification preferred; PCA certificate may be accepted

Job description

Full-Time Personal Care Assistant / CNA (Resident Assistant), 2nd Shift

Spring Arbor of Athens | 2090 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303

Schedule: Full-Time | 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Looking for a steady, full-time role where your work matters? At Spring Arbor of Athens, our evening team is the heart of our residents' day. You're there for dinner, evening activities, and helping everyone settle in comfortably for the night. We're hiring caring Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our Assisted Living family.

If you believe seniors deserve dignity, respect, and a little joy every day, we'd love to meet you.

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.