SPRING ARBOR OF STEELE CREEK IS HIRING!
Resident Assistant – Part-Time
Ready to make a difference every day? Join our team at Spring Arbor of Steele Creek!
Do you have a passion for helping others? Spring Arbor of Steele Creek is looking for compassionate, dependable, and caring Resident Assistants to join our team! If you enjoy building relationships and making a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors, we would love to meet you!
Location: Spring Arbor of Steele Creek
Available Shifts:
- Part-Time: 3 days per week!
- 7:00am-3:00pm
- 3:00pm-11:00am
- 11:00pm – 7:00am
Why Join Spring Arbor?
- Competitive Pay
- Same Day Pay
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- Supplemental Insurance, including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Birthday Celebration – Paid Day Off
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Immediate Vesting
- Education Investment Program
What You’ll Do
- Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, transfers, and incontinence care.
- Provide medication reminders as outlined in resident care plans.
- Build positive relationships with residents, families, and fellow associates.
- Maintain accurate documentation of care and services provided.
- Communicate with the care team to ensure consistent, quality resident care.
- Help maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents.
- Support resident activities and daily community operations.
What We’re Looking For
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of one year of related healthcare experience required.
- Positive attitude, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others.
- Ability to pass a criminal background screening.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred or as required by state regulations.
- CNA or Nursing Assistant certification is a plus, where applicable.
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.