Resident Care Assistant

Glacier Hills Senior Living Community; Iowa; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Mentoring at your skill level

Phone carrier discounts

Health insurance

Job summary

Glacier Hills Senior Living Community is hiring for a full-time position with a 12-hour day shift (7am–7pm). The role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, mobility, and restorative care under supervision, following established policies and safety procedures.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, healthcare experience (preferred in long-term care), and strong customer service and communication skills to support a compassionate, resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Prior long-term care or geriatric experience preferred.
• Superior customer service and professionalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks per policies and supervisor directions and follow schedules.
• Support admission, transfer, and discharge processes for residents.
• Assist elders with daily living activities (dental care, feeding, bathing, dressing, etc.).
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, and transporting residents safely.
• Provide restorative and rehabilitative procedures and daily ROM exercises.
• Follow safety precautions and use PPE as required.
• Use safety equipment when lifting or moving residents per care plan.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors. Follow work assignments, and/or work schedules in completing and performing your assigned tasks.
• Supports the admission, transfer, and discharge process for the Resident.
• Assist Elders with daily living functions such as dental care, feeding, bathing, dressing/undressing, nail care, hair care, and shaving according to expressed preference.
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed. Provide daily Range of Motion Exercises. Record data as instructed. Answer Resident calls promptly.
• Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties (i.e., exposure to body fluids, lifting, transferring, use and disposal of personal protective equipment).
• Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., gait belt, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents in accordance with plan of care.

Job Description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Day Shift

Description

This is a FT position. 7am-7pm

General Responsibilities

• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors. Follow work assignments, and/or work schedules in completing and performing your assigned tasks.
• Supports the admission, transfer, and discharge process for the Resident.
• Assist Elders with daily living functions such as dental care, feeding, bathing, dressing/undressing, nail care, hair care, and shaving according to expressed preference.
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed. Provide daily Range of Motion Exercises. Record data as instructed. Answer Resident calls promptly.
• Follow established safety precautions in the performance of all duties (i.e., exposure to body fluids, lifting, transferring, use and disposal of personal protective equipment).
• Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., gait belt, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents in accordance with plan of care.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year experience within a healthcare setting preferred.
• Previous experience working in long-term care or with the geriatric population preferred.
• Must possess superior customer service skills and professionalism.
• Must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to ongoing change and work in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.

Enjoy The Outstanding Benefits That We Have To Offer

• Enjoy a family/work life balance with our generous amount of PTO
• Annual Tuition Reimbursement Program (Up to $4,000 Annually; No Wait Period)
• Mentoring at Your Skill Level
• Up to 22% Discount on Qualified Phone Carriers
• Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental and United Healthcare Vision

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.