Full-Time Resident Assistant

Allegro Senior Living • Sevierville, TN

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About The Position

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct resident care and support under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel. The role helps maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment while supporting residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life. The RA assists with activities of daily living, responds to emergency calls, supports dining and daily routines, observes and reports changes in resident condition, maintains required documentation, and communicates professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and able to work collaboratively in a senior living environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of related health care experience.
• Successfully complete required dementia training when working in a community with an Ensemble Program.
• Positive criminal background screening.
• Adhere to the company Drug Free Workplace policy; associates are subject to its requirements.

Nice To Haves

• CPR and first aid certification preferred, or as required by state law.
• May be a Licensed or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nursing Assistant (NA), depending on state requirements; if licensed or certified, must be in good standing with the state licensing or certifying agency.
• Previous experience with computerized resident documentation systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Approach encounters with residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing bed linens, positioning, transfers, mobility, medication reminders, and incontinence care.
• Maintain proper records of care, including resident service plans, and document services provided.
• Become familiar with resident service plans and document all services provided.
• Communicate daily with Resident Services associates to maintain continuity of resident care and services.
• Promote a safe environment for residents, associates, and visitors.
• Support the programming and operations of the neighborhood.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.
• Respond to emergency calls, support dining and daily routines, and observe and report changes in residents’ conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Supplemental insurance, including short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Paid day off for birthday celebration
• 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting
• Education Investment Program

What This Job Offers

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