Night Shift Resident Care Aide – Elderly Dementia Support

Aspire Rural Health System; Marlette Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire Rural Health System is seeking a Resident Care Aide for casual night shifts at The Heartlands, Marlette, MI. You will join a dedicated team delivering high-quality care to residents in a supportive environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CPR and First Aid certification, and a genuine desire to assist older adults, especially those with dementia. Prior experience with older adults is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in working with older adults desired, must have a genuine desire to assist older adults with dementia.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide resident care, monitoring, and assessing medical condition of residents and reporting changes to resident care manager.
• Develop and maintain an open relationship with residents through regular interaction, encouragement and support.
• Serves meals, snacks, and beverages to residents and provides assistance in eating to those who need it.
• Performs housekeeping duties within the community.
• Assists residents in organized activities.
• Assist in maintaining resident records through regular documentation.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to residents’ comfort and privacy and maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain knowledge of elderly needs, dementia care, lifting techniques, infection control, and emergency preparedness.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Dementia care

Older adults

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Aspire Rural Health System is seeking a Resident Care Aide for casual night shifts at The Heartlands, Marlette, MI. You will join a dedicated team delivering high-quality care to residents in a supportive environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CPR and First Aid certification, and a genuine desire to assist older adults, especially those with dementia. Prior experience with older adults is preferred.