Resident Assistant - Memory Care (Full-time)

Garden Spot Village; New Holland (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Tuition assistance

First-time homebuyer program

Shift differential

Job summary

Garden Spot Village is seeking a Resident Assistant - Memory Care (Full-time) in New Holland, PA. You will provide hands-on care, support daily activities, and encourage resident engagement in programs while maintaining a safe, dignified environment.

The role requires compassion, teamwork, and reliability. A high school diploma is expected, CPR/First Aid certification preferred, and the position includes benefits such as health insurance and a 401K match. Nights shift available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in healthcare or related field preferred but not required.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain after hire).
• Diabetic Training (or willingness to obtain after hire).
• Commitment to customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, including bathing, continence care, oral hygiene, hair grooming, dressing, and daily living activities.
• Assist with new resident admissions, including unpacking, orientation and explaining activities and meal schedules.
• Respond promptly to resident call bells and assist at meal times as required.
• Take and document vital signs (temperature, pulse, resp., BP, weight, accu-checks).
• Attend department meetings and safety drills; maintain residents' privacy and dignity.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Resident Assistant - Memory Care (Full-time)

About Garden Spot Village

Garden Spot Communities has evolved into a community that thrives on purpose, opportunity and living life to its fullest. While others in our market space talk about seniors and retirement, here we talk about people and opportunity. Our heritage, mission and core values play a fundamental role as they ground us in the present and shape our future.

Discover Garden Spot’s benefits and how you can experience Life with Purpose™

• Health insurance
• 401K program with company match
• Tuition assistance
• First-time homebuyer program
• $16.50/hr PLUS shift differential

At Garden Spot Village, our Resident Care Assistants play a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and daily well-being of residents. This position provides hands-on care, encourages resident engagement in activities, and helps maintain a comfortable and dignified environment for all residents.

What You’ll Do

• Comply with established policies, procedures, and standards, including the Compliance Program/Code of Conduct
• Follow Residents’ Rights policies at all times
• Treat all resident information as confidential
• Treat residents, families, visitors, and peers with dignity and respect, maintaining a cheerful and positive attitude
• Ensure residents’ privacy, respect, dignity, and rights in accordance with State and Federal regulations
• Report any unusual observations or conditions to the Med Tech or LPN on duty
• Encourage residents to remain active and attend social functions and programs
• Assist with the implementation of activity programs as needed
• Support residents with personal care, including bathing, continence care, oral hygiene, hair grooming, dressing, care of personal possessions, use of telephone, scheduling and reminders of appointments, ambulation, bed‑making, and weekly linen changes
• Assist with new resident admissions, including unpacking, orientation, and explanation of activities and meal schedules
• Respond promptly to resident call bells
• Assist at meal times according to departmental policy
• Take and document vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, and accu‑checks
• Attend department meetings, staff meetings, and training programs
• Practice safety for self and residents, reporting any unsafe conditions to the Med Tech or LPN
• Make continuous rounds to observe and check on residents’ comfort and safety
• Ensure residents are charged appropriately for supplies and additional services
• Assist in training peers
• Participate in monthly fire drills and assist with the prompt evacuation of residents
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in healthcare or related field preferred but not required
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain after hire)
• Diabetic Training (or willingness to obtain after hire)
• Commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Understanding of and alignment with the philosophy and corporate values of Garden Spot Communities
• Must rotate shifts and work weekends and holidays as scheduled
• May be required to work during emergency conditions (short staffing, severe weather, evacuation, post‑disaster, etc.)
• May be asked to work overtime to ensure adequate staffing

Additional Information

Available Shifts

Nights - 11pm-7am (40 hours/week)

Why You’ll Love Working at Garden Spot

At Garden Spot Village, you’ll be part of a purpose‑driven team committed to compassion, respect, and integrity. As a Resident Care Assistant, you’ll support residents’ health, safety, and quality of life every day.

Garden Spot Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.