Resident Assistant - Full Time (7 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

Plymouth Place Senior Living•La Grange Park, IL

6h•$18 - $19

About The Position

The Resident Assistant provides professional and personal care to residents in Assisted Living, including residents with or without dementia, in partnership with nursing and ancillary colleagues. The role supports residents’ independence and vitality by helping with daily tasks, basic personal care, and household services, following and contributing to the Service Plan developed by the interdisciplinary team. The Resident Assistant also communicates directly with family members and helps create a safe, clean, homelike environment that respects each resident’s individuality. The position emphasizes person-centered care and Plymouth Place’s Pillars of Excellence: People, Stewardship, Service, Quality, and Growth. It includes welcoming residents and families during move-ins, supporting personal care and mobility, and facilitating meaningful recreational and therapeutic activities. The posted schedule is 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least two years of experience in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care Assisted Living.
Basic Life Support (CPR).
Ability to understand Point Click Care or similar systems.
Demonstrated compassionate, holistic care delivered with dignity and respect.
Ability to remain patient and calm, especially in difficult situations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to perform job duties and communicate with residents, families, and employees.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a residential care facility.
Two years of work experience in a Resident Assistant role.

Responsibilities

Assist with move-ins by welcoming residents and families, meeting immediate basic needs, and gradually introducing residents to other residents and scheduled activities.
Assist residents with hygiene, mobility, toileting, eating, and participation in meaningful recreational activities.
Maintain a clean, safe, homelike atmosphere and respect each resident’s individuality.
Provide or oversee physical care, including bathing, grooming, feeding, and toileting, as needed.
Recommend, provide, and participate in therapeutic activities suited to residents’ needs, abilities, and interests.
Observe and report changes in residents’ physical and emotional condition.
Listen attentively to residents’ and families’ concerns and report problems promptly.
Follow departmental cleaning procedures and use proper cleaning techniques.
Prepare materials for activities, transport residents to and from activity areas, arrange rooms for activities, and return rooms to their original setup.
Follow and contribute to residents’ Service Plans developed by the interdisciplinary team.
Communicate directly with family members.