Full-Time Resident Assistant

Allegro Senior Living•Frankfort, KY

1d•Onsite

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 residents’ conditions, 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. This is a full-time, second-shift (evening) position at Spring Arbor – Frankfort in Frankfort, Kentucky. The listed pay is $14.00–$17.00 per hour based on experience, with a $3 shift differential.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age; state-specific guidelines may apply.
Must have and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
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.
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
Compassionate, dependable, and service-oriented approach; ability to work collaboratively in a senior living environment.
Ability to communicate concerns about changes in residents’ needs promptly and professionally and to follow safety, infection control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment.
CNA certification; 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.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for serving seniors.

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’ conditions to the appropriate supervisor or designee.
Communicate courteously and professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors.
Maintain required 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.
Assist with light cleaning and laundry, including resident rooms, offices, and common areas, as needed.
Attend meetings and in-service training sessions as required and 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 as assigned by the supervisor.