Resident Assistant - Personal Care (Part-time)

Garden Spot Village; New Holland (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Tuition assistance

First-time homebuyer program

Shift differential

Job summary

Garden Spot Village is seeking a part-time Resident Assistant to support health, safety, and daily well-being of residents. You will provide hands-on care, encourage engagement in activities, and help maintain a comfortable, dignified environment.

Shifts include day and evenings with every-other weekend; CPR/First Aid is required or obtainable after hire. This role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and respectful interaction with residents and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.
• Must rotate shifts and work weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist with personal care tasks and supportive activities to promote resident well-being.
• Assist with new resident admissions, including unpacking and orientation.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR & First Aid Certification

Diabetic Training

Job description

Resident Assistant (Part-time) - Personal Care

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™

• 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

Shifts Available:

Day shift - 6am-2:30pm (every other weekend)

Day shift - 6am-2:30pm (4, 6, and 10 days bi-weekly available)

Evenings - 5pm-9:30pm (6 days biweekly)

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.