Resident Assistant

Kids for the Future; Glenwood Springs (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid time off per year

Medical insurance (vision and dental)

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid long-term disability

Accident and short-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Sunny Day emergency savings account

Job summary

Ascent Living Communities’ Roaring Fork Senior Living in Glenwood Springs is seeking a compassionate Resident Assistant to support residents with daily living activities per individualized service plans. The role emphasizes empathy, attention to detail, and building relationships with older adults.

The organization offers a supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and health coverage.

Qualifications

• 3–6 months as a direct service provider
• Experience caring for older adults preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise independent judgment
• Criminal background check required due to vulnerable population

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living per service plan
• Encourage socialization and participation in activities
• Maintain residents' records in digital platform daily
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly environment
• Respond promptly to resident requests and emergencies

Skills

Empathy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent judgment

Criminal background check

Job description

• Location 2800 Midland Avenue,Glenwood Springs, CO, 81601,United States


• Base Pay $20.50 - $21.50 / Hour

Roaring Fork Senior Living, Glenwood Spring's premier senior living community, is seeking a compassionate and dependable Resident Assistant to join our exceptional care team. In this role, you’ll provide personalized support to residents in accordance with their individual service plans—helping with daily activities, fostering independence, and building meaningful relationships. We’re looking for team members who bring empathy, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of older adults.

At Ascent Living Communities, we’re dedicated to elevating senior living by creating a better life for our residents, their families, and the team members who support them. We believe in providing our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive—both personally and professionally. Our communities are designed around warmth, trust, and connection, offering a boutique experience that feels like home. Roaring Fork Senior Living is proud to be part of the Ascent Living family, a locally owned Colorado company known for its innovative approach, outstanding care, and commitment to excellence in senior living. We currently have all shifts open.

• 3 weeks of paid time off a year


• Medical insurance including vision and dental


• 100% employer paid life and long-term disability insurance


• Accident and short-term disability insurance


• 401(k) with employer match


• Sunny Day emergency savings account with employer match

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual’s service plan


• Initiates and participates in leisure activities provided for residents as described in the activity calendar. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs and to develop friendships with other residents


• Maintains residents’ records in our digital platform daily. This includes documentation related to leisure activities, incidents and observations, reporting changes in residents’ physical or mental condition, visitors, etc.


• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents


• Responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords, telephone calls, and requests from family and friends

Qualifications:

• 3-6 months as a direct service provider


• Experience providing care to older adults preferred


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to exercise independent judgment


• Due to the nature of the work performed by Ascent Living Communities, and that this position works with a vulnerable population, we do require a criminal background check be completed

Pay:

$20.50 - 21.50 an hour, based on experience