Resident Assistant (Memory Care)

Sagora Senior Living; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-Demand Pay

Telemedicine

Job summary

Sagora Senior Living in Lynridge of Waco seeks a compassionate Resident Assistant to support residents in memory care and other services. You will assist with daily living activities, mobility, personal care, and safety while maintaining residents' dignity and independence.

Strong communication with residents, families, and team members is essential. CNA preferred but not required; English proficiency is necessary for effective care and engagement.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• CNA certification is a plus, but not required.
• Experience communicating with residents, families, and staff in English.

Responsibilities

• Caring for residents' personal needs, safety, and comfort.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living including wardrobe, personal hygiene, and mobility.
• Aid in daily tasks such as housekeeping, telephone use, laundry, transportation, and mail delivery.
• Participate in programming for residents.
• Observe and report changes in residents' condition and status.
• Conduct rounds to monitor for hazards or incidents.
• Assist in dining including escorting residents to dining room, serving, and cleanup.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

CNA certification

Dementia care experience

Education

CNA certification (preferred)

Job description

Resident Assistant – Memory CareAre you a compassionate and dependable individual who is looking for a career that means something? Do you have a passion for serving others and a desire to know you are making a difference? If so, we have a position for you! Sagora Senior Living is searching for a hard-working and caring Resident Assistant to join our team! Resident Assistants help residents with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and mobility by prioritizing their well-being and ensuring they maintain their dignity and independence. Are you up for the challenge?Join our team at one of our senior living communities offering independent living, assisted living, or memory care, where we put Residents First while being team-focused and quality-centered. We put Residents First, and our team members matter! At Sagora, we invest in and empower our team members to move upward within the company and in their careers. Based on team member surveys, we are certified as a Great Place to Work! Apply now to join our dedicated team that cares, just like you!Our Core Values are Commitment, Empowerment, Communication, Excellence, and Teamwork!Did you know that our name Sagora comes from the combination of two words – Sage, which means wisdom or wise person, and Agora, which means a gathering place. Our communities are a gathering place of wisdom!Benefits:Company-paid telemedicine service for benefit-eligible team membersOn-Demand Pay – request a pay advance!Discount and rewards program – use for electronics, food, car buying, travel, fitness, and more!Health/ Dental/ Vision/ Disability/ Life InsuranceFlex Spending AccountDependent Care Flex PlanHealth Savings Account401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching!Paid time off and Holiday payTeam Member Assistance Program – counseling services at the other end of the phone!Discounted Meal TicketsReferral Bonus Program – earn money for referring your friends!Tuition Assistance (for programs directly related to team member's position)Lasting relationships with our residents who have so much wisdom to share!Position Details:Community Name: Lynridge of WacoAddress: 5317 Speegleville RdPhone number: [phone]Status: Full-time, PRNShift(s):What does a Resident Assistant at Sagora do?Caring for the personal needs, safety, and comfort of our residentsAssist residents with activities of daily living including wardrobe, personal hygiene, and mobilityAid in daily tasks such as housekeeping, use of telephone, laundry, transportation, and mail deliveryParticipate in programming for residentsObserve and report changes in residents' condition and statusConduct rounds to monitor for hazards or incidentsAssist in dining including escorting residents to dining room, serving, and clean upOther duties as assignedWhat do you need to be a Resident Assistant?Excellent written and verbal communication skillsCNA certification is a plus, but not requiredExperience with dementia care preferredAbility to communicate effectively with residents, families, and other associates in EnglishSagora does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services. Sagora is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.