Full-Time Resident Assistant

Foundry Commercial • Kill Devil Hills, NC

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About The Position

Spring Arbor of Outer Banks is hiring a full-time Resident Assistant for its Memory Care team. The role provides hands-on care and support to residents, including seniors living with memory loss, while helping maintain a safe, warm, positive physical and social environment. Resident care services are provided as scheduled under the supervision of the Resident Services Director (RSD) in Assisted Living areas. The advertised pay is $16.22 per hour, with shifts listed as 7:00 AM–7:00 PM and 7:00 PM–7:00 AM. Same-day pay is advertised.

The Resident Assistant helps residents with activities of daily living, keeps accurate care records, follows resident service plans, communicates with Resident Services associates to support continuity of care, promotes a safe environment, and supports neighborhood programming. Applicants must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent, have at least one year of related health care experience, pass a criminal background screening, and comply with the company’s drug-free workplace policy. Required dementia training applies in communities with an Ensemble Program.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have a minimum of one year of related health care experience.
• Successfully complete required dementia training when working in a community with an Ensemble Program.
• Have a positive criminal background screening.
• Adhere to the company Drug Free Workplace policy.
• Bring a patient, compassionate approach to memory care.
• Demonstrate reliability and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

• Memory care experience is preferred.
• Certification in CPR and first aid is preferred or may be required by state.
• May hold a Licensed or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nursing Assistant (NA) credential depending on state requirements; if licensed or certified, must be in good standing with the relevant state agency.
• Previous experience with computerized resident documentation systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Approach encounters with residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing bed linens, positioning, transfers, mobility, medicinal reminders, and incontinence care.
• Keep proper records of care, including resident service plans and documentation of services provided.
• Be familiar with resident service plans and document all services provided.
• Communicate daily with Resident Services associates to maintain continuity of resident care and services.
• Promote a safe environment for residents, associates, and visitors.
• Support the programming and operations of the neighborhood.
• Complete additional job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Supplemental insurance, including short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Paid day off for birthday celebration.
• 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting.
• Education Investment Program.
• Competitive pay.
• Same-day pay.

What This Job Offers

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