Resident Aide (RA)

Resthaven • Holland, MI

13h • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

At Resthaven, we believe care is more than a profession — it’s a calling. Since 1945, we have remained committed to serving older adults with compassion, dignity, excellence, and faith-centered purpose. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, we’re dedicated to enriching lives — both for those we serve and those who serve alongside us. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or find a more supportive and purpose-driven workplace, you’ll find it here. We’ll help you learn, support your success, and surround you with people who believe in service, community, respect, and making a meaningful difference every day.

Requirements

• High school graduate or successful completion of GED.
• Stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and assist residents throughout your shift
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Use mechanical lifts and clinical equipment safely
• Maintain visual acuity and physical stamina required for resident care

Responsibilities

• Utilize the resident service plan and resident story to provide personalized and appropriate care for each resident.
• Assist with personal care, ambulation, transfers, and positioning as needed while maintaining the privacy, comfort and dignity of each resident.
• Respond promptly to the notification system signaled by the resident.
• Administer medications as directed by the physician.
• Monitor, document and report changes in the resident’s condition to the clinical support team.
• Monitor, intervene and report unsafe conditions and document incidents and or accidents when they occur.
• Report any actual or suspected waste, fraud or abuse to the Director and/or designee immediately.
• Perform light housekeeping duties and assist with serving meals, snacks and beverages.
• Communicate openly and honestly at all levels and work as a cohesive team to create and maintain an environment in which everyone can thrive.
• Engages residents in unplanned and planned activities supporting resident’s psychosocial well-being.
• Provide excellent customer service, support and encouragement to residents, families, coworkers and other customers through the Resthaven Way culture.
• Attend and participate in orientation programs, on-going training and educational classes.
• Follow established safety precautions, infection control protocols and maintain privacy and confidentiality as required by Resthaven’s Corporate Compliance program.
• Follow established smoking regulations and report violations.
• Completes incident reports and related paperwork a necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or requested by the resident.

Benefits

• A supportive and mission-driven work culture
• Opportunities for growth, leadership, and development
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of residents every day
• NOMi health insurance network with zero co-pay, deductible or co-insurance expense

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED