Resident Care Associate RCA - We pay for CNA classes

Lake Seminole Square; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

DailyPay

Referral program

Scholarship opportunities

Gym and indoor pool

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Freedom Village Holland is seeking a Resident Care Associate (RCA) / Caregiver for a 1st shift position in Holland, MI. You will assist with daily living activities and support residents to maintain independence in a warm, hospitality-driven setting.

The role offers a path to CNA certification, paid training, a sign-on bonus, shift differentials, and opportunities for full-time or part-time careers near Lake Michigan.

Qualifications

• Prior geriatric experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to document care accurately.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dressing, grooming, bathing, positioning, and exercising.
• Perform basic treatments, tests, and procedures as instructed.
• Record observations and care provided.
• Transfer, transport, and escort residents.
• Answer call lights promptly.
• Change linens, make beds, and maintain clean resident rooms.
• Maintain safe and sanitary work areas.
• Encourage independence and participation in activities.
• Attend in‑service training and education sessions.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Prior geriatric experience

English instructions

Strong communication

Documentation accuracy

Basic arithmetic

Job description

Resident Care Associate (RCA) / Caregiver – Freedom Village Holland

Currently Hiring: Part‑Time 1st Shift (6am–2pm)

Pay: $14.50-$15.00/hr (base rate)

Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 PT / $3,500 FT

Shift Differentials: +$3.00/$5.00 (2nd/3rd shifts)

Opportunities: Full-Time & Part-Time

About the Role

• Assist licensed nursing staff with activities of daily living
• Support residents with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, eating, and mobility
• Provide routine care to promote independence and dignity
• Serve as a stepping‑stone to becoming a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
• Freedom Village pays for CNA classes + state testing through MTEC
• Guaranteed promotion and pay increase once certified

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with dressing, grooming, bathing, positioning, and exercising
• Perform basic treatments, tests, and procedures as instructed
• Record observations and care provided
• Transfer, transport, and escort residents
• Answer call lights promptly
• Change linens, make beds, and maintain clean resident rooms
• Maintain safe and sanitary work areas
• Encourage independence and participation in activities
• Attend in‑service training and education sessions
• Complete additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Prior geriatric experience preferred
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to document care accurately
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, unified team with strong leadership
• Warm, fun, professional environment
• Career growth encouraged
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day
• Located near downtown Holland and Lake Michigan
• Managed by Life Care Services (LCS), a national senior living leader

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance (FT & PT)
• DailyPay (access earnings early)
• Referral program
• Scholarship opportunities
• Employee discounts (including Bistro)
• Use of gym and indoor pool
• PTO & paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Short- & long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee-led committees
• Paid training

Work Setting

• Senior living community
• Long-term care
• Hospitality-driven environment