Resident Care Associate

Commonwealth Senior Living; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living in Grand Rapids is looking for a compassionate Resident Care Associate to assist seniors in daily activities. This is a key role focusing on enhancing residents' well-being through personalized care. Ideal candidates will embody the company's core values, ensuring dignity and quality of life for residents while working flexible shifts, including weekends.

The position requires prior experience in care not mandatory but a commitment to family and community well-being is essential. Training will be provided per state requirements. If you wish to make a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Compassionate disposition and a desire to serve.
• Ability to fulfill physical and emotional needs of residents.
• Direct-Care or state-specific certification is required.
• Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily tasks and maintain communication with the Resident Care Director.
• Aid residents with mobility using proper techniques.
• Make care rounds to ensure individual needs are met.
• Document daily care activities and report issues promptly.
• Maintain safety and infection control procedures.

Skills

Compassionate disposition

Ability to fulfill physical and emotional needs

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Direct-Care or state-specific certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Openings

Full-time, 2nd shift including every other weekend.

Part-time, 6pm to 10pm working in Memory Care.

Resident Care Associate Role

The Resident Care Associate (RCA) embodies a genuine commitment to assisting seniors, providing essential support within our community. This role entails aiding residents in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care with their daily activities, implementing individual care plans, documenting services provided, and fostering an environment where residents can maintain their dignity and quality of life. Through patience, empathy, and teamwork, the RCA contributes to enhancing the well‑being of our seniors. The Resident Care Associate is a Culture Ambassador who will model the core values of the company, leading by example, and ensuring all team members exemplify those values.

Core Values

• We Care About People
• We Do the Right Thing
• We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
• We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility
• We Take Ownership and Add Value
• We are Respectful

Qualifications

• Compassionate disposition and a desire to serve; prior experience not required.
• Ability to fulfill both the physical and emotional needs of residents.
• Direct‑Care or other state‑specific certification required, or willingness to obtain.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain according to company policy.
• Upholds resident confidentiality.
• Flexible availability, including weekends, to ensure resident care and services.
• Demonstrates sincere compassion and genuine concern for the well‑being of seniors and their families.
• Proficient in using basic office equipment, including personal computers, to maintain high job performance.
• Aligns with Commonwealth Senior Living's mission of improving the lives of seniors, their families, and each other.

Primary Responsibilities

• Directly assist residents with daily tasks, maintaining communication with the Resident Care Director regarding care provision and resident condition changes.
• Aid residents with mobility, utilizing proper techniques and equipment to prevent accidents.
• Make routine resident care rounds to ensure the needs of each resident are being met in accordance with their individualized care plan.
• Assist with lifts, moves, and transport, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention.
• Perform care that maintains each resident’s skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears and other damage by changing incontinent residents.
• Document daily care activities in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards.
• Report any resident issues or concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• Respond promptly and courteously to inquiries from residents, visitors, and staff, adhering to established policies.
• Familiarize oneself with residents' individualized care plans and provide support accordingly.
• Contribute insights to the care planning process by sharing observations of residents' needs and preferences.
• Interact respectfully and effectively with residents, families, visitors, peers, and supervisors to foster a homelike environment.
• Offer physical, emotional, and psychosocial support to residents and their families.
• Adhere to residents' rights, promptly reporting any incidents or evidence of abuse or rights violations.
• Implement safety and infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene and care techniques to prevent skin damage.
• Maintain a safe working environment through accident prevention and adherence to safety protocols.
• Attend all required training sessions, in‑service programs, and staff meetings.
• Maintain regular community with the Resident Care Director.
• Fulfill any other duties as assigned.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The RCA must be capable of lifting, stooping, carrying, turning, and assisting high‑risk residents, as well as operating medication carts. They must also be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, maintaining continuous movement throughout work hours. The ability to lift and/or carry 50 to 75 pounds is necessary. This position carries a medium risk of exposure to COVID‑19 due to direct care provision to potentially positive residents.