Resident Aide

Colonial Oaks Retirement; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting wage

$1,000 new employee referral program

DailyPay! Work today, get paid today!

Monthly Celebrations and recognitions

Quarterly Education Bonus Program

Job summary

Colonial Oaks Retirement seeks a Part-Time Resident Aide to help residents with daily care, safety and comfort under supervision. The role includes assisting with activities, meals, mobility and personal care while maintaining privacy and compassion.

The ideal candidate will follow instructions, demonstrate integrity, and work well with a diverse team in a respectful, supportive environment. Join our caring community and make a difference in residents' daily lives.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with accuracy.
• Personal integrity and the ability to interact tactfully with residents, family, and staff.
• Ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
• Ability to judge task prioritization per standards and procedures.
• Discretion to protect resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.
• Patience, cheerful disposition and empathy for residents' needs.
• Commitment to professional ethics in caregiving.
• Ability to convey information about a resident's condition to staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care, health support, safety and comfort under supervision.
• Lead/participate in daily activities per activity schedule and encourage participation.
• Assist with medication reminders and document timing.
• Assist residents in/out of showers when needed.
• Support daily hygiene and dressing as needed.
• Assist with mobility in/out of chairs.
• Assist in dining room setup, service and cleanup.
• Offer emotional support and active listening to residents.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect resident privacy at all times.
• Follow safety, infection control, and facility cleanliness policies.

Skills

Instruction following

Integrity

Teamwork

Prioritization

HIPAA privacy

Patience

Professional ethics

Communication with staff

Job description

Overview

Resident Aides -come join us at Colonial Oaks Retirement to make a difference!

Part-Time

If you are looking for a career that can make a difference, then Colonial Oaks Retirement is the place for you. Our work family is made up of a variety of talented and committed team members who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives they serve. We have a great atmosphere and excellent team to work with. Each employee contributes their unique skills and abilities with the key goal of enabling our residents to reach and maintain their highest functional abilities. Every job matters at Colonial Oaks Retirement. We believe in what we do and know our hands make a difference.

As a Resident Aide in our facility, look at what benefits you can enjoy:

• Competitive starting wage with additional pay for experience
• $1,000 new employee referral program
• DailyPay! Work today, get paid today!
• Monthly Celebrations and recognitions

New and Improved Benefits for 2026!

• Quarterly Education Bonus Program

Responsibilities

The Resident Aides primary responsibility is providing for the daily care, health needs, safety and comfort of the residents under the supervision and direction of the Assisted Living Manager.

• Conducting/supervising daily activities according to the activity schedule and encourage all residents to participate.
• Assisting residents with medication reminders and documenting the times;
• Assisting residents in and out of the shower when needed;
• Assisting with residents’ daily hygiene when needed (i.e., combing hair, buttoning clothes, etc.);
• Assisting residents with one arm lifts in and out of chairs when needed;
• Assisting residents to and while in the dining room;
• Assisting, setting up and serving meals;
• Cleaning dining area and transferring residents back to their rooms;
• Offering emotional support and actively listening to residents which will help them develop trust and achieve independence in daily living;
• Maintaining the confidentiality of all residents and their care to ensure resident rights and privacy are protected at all times;
• Complying with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintaining a clean work environment in accordance with facility policy.

Qualifications

Resident Aide Qualifications

• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions, function independently and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action;
• Personal integrity and the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel;
• The ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel;
• Judgment in prioritizing the performance of tasks, duties and responsibilities in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures;
• The ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance and HIPAA;
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and a willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning;
• The ability to adhere to professional code of ethics;
• The ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition to the appropriate staff members.