Resident Assistant – Full-Time & Part-Time

Foundry Commercial•Tavares, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant 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 position is offered full-time and part-time at Alto Tavares Senior Living by Allegro in Tavares, Florida. Resident Assistants help residents with activities of daily living, respond to emergency calls, support dining and daily routines, observe and report changes in residents’ condition, maintain required documentation, and communicate professionally with residents, families, team members, and visitors. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and able to work collaboratively in a senior living environment. Full-time schedule: second shift, Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Part-time schedule: first shift, Monday through Friday, with day, evening, and weekend hours available.

Requirements

No certifications are required in the initial job posting; the detailed qualifications state that CPR and First Aid certifications must be obtained and maintained.
Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
Must be at least 18 years old; state-specific guidelines may apply.
Must pass required background screening, health screening, and drug-free workplace requirements.
Must have reliable transportation and, where required, a valid driver’s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record, and insurability by the community’s automobile insurance carrier.
Must be able to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
Must demonstrate a general understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
Must follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.

Nice To Haves

Some experience working with seniors is preferred.
Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment is preferred.
CNA certification is preferred; a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certificate may be accepted. CNA certification may be required in some states.
Experience or aptitude working with Alzheimer’s disease and memory-impaired residents is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, transfers, mobility, and incontinence care.
Prepare residents for meals, snacks, and activities; support dining-room service, including serving meals and clearing tables.
Respond promptly to resident emergency call systems and requests for assistance.
Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ condition to the appropriate supervisor or designee.
Communicate courteously and professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors.
Maintain resident care documentation in accordance with state regulations and Allegro Living policies and procedures.
Assist with resident transportation when required.
Follow safety, sanitation, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.
Perform light cleaning and laundry in resident rooms, offices, and common areas as needed to support a safe and orderly environment.
Attend required meetings and in-service training sessions in accordance with state guidelines.
Maintain professional appearance, participate in training, and deliver courteous service that promotes positive resident and family experiences.
Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor.