Resident Assistant

The Aspenwood Company - The Village of Meyerland • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Resident Assistants provide compassionate care to seniors in an assisted living community with memory care. The role supports residents’ daily living needs while encouraging independence, social connection, nutrition, hydration, and a safe, homelike environment. Resident Assistants work as part of a cooperative team, respond to resident requests and emergencies, maintain records, attend training, and contribute to the community’s emergency response team. The position is offered full-time and part-time, with shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Weekend and holiday availability is required. Pay is $15.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six months to one year of prior resident care experience.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior resident care experience with seniors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and dining, encouraging independence whenever possible.
• Serve meals in the dining room or residents’ apartments, assist with meal preparation, and encourage proper nutrition and hydration.
• Initiate and participate in leisure activities that encourage residents to socialize and build friendships.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of leisure activities, incidents, observations, and changes in residents’ conditions.
• Keep the environment clean, safe, and orderly by performing general housekeeping duties.
• Follow emergency procedures and respond promptly to resident requests, including calls from emergency pendants and telephone calls.
• Know each resident’s location, remind residents to sign out when leaving, and promptly report residents who cannot be located.
• Support a cooperative team environment through positive interactions with coworkers.
• Attend required in-service training sessions.
• Participate actively in the community’s emergency response team.
• Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene in accordance with company policies.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a 4% safe harbor match
• Discounted purchase pricing through Perks at Work
• Holiday pay, including a floating holiday
• Generous PTO that rolls over year over year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paycheck advances
• Healthcare options
• Financial hardship programs
• Compassionate leave
• PTO cashout option

What This Job Offers

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