Caregivers - No Mandating!
About The Position
Diamond Willow Assisted Living & Memory Care is hiring a Resident Assistant in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. The role provides personal care and assistance with daily activities while supporting residents’ independence, dignity, comfort, and well-being in a home-like assisted living and memory care setting. Resident Assistants build relationships with residents and their families, work collaboratively with the care team, and help create a supportive and engaging community. Duties also include administering daily medications, preparing and serving meals according to dietary needs and preferences, cleaning resident rooms and common areas, and providing laundry services. Flexible scheduling is available, including full-time, part-time, and block scheduling. Shifts include 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m., and 10:30 p.m.–6:30 a.m., with rotating weekends. No extra shifts are mandated beyond the employee’s schedule. Pay is listed as $16.00–$20.00 per hour, with wages up to $20 per hour based on experience. No prior caregiving experience is required; comprehensive training is provided.
Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old, unless under 18 and holding a valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license, in accordance with applicable regulations.
- A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of seniors.
- Empathy and patience in interacting with residents and their families.
- Collaborative attitude and commitment to supporting coworkers.
Nice To Haves
- Previous caregiving experience is a bonus but is not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct personal care and assistance with daily activities to support residents’ independence and dignity.
- Administer daily medications.
- Build meaningful relationships with residents and foster a supportive, enriching environment.
- Partner with the care team to monitor residents’ physical and emotional health.
- Offer kindness, patience, and support to residents and their families.
- Engage residents in activities that promote enjoyment, purpose, and belonging.
- Prepare and serve meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Clean resident rooms and common areas and provide laundry services.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Health, dental, and supplemental insurance available to full-time employees.
- 401(k) plan.
- Reimbursement program for CNA certification while employed.
- Flexible shifts and block scheduling options.
- Opportunities for advancement and leadership roles, including Lead Caregiver positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
