Resident Care Assistant

Cardinal Senior Living LLC•Kentwood, MI

12d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

This role is about more than helping with daily tasks. It is about knowing our residents, understanding what matters to them, protecting their dignity, and helping them live each day with as much independence, comfort, and confidence as possible. If you are dependable, compassionate, and willing to step in wherever the team needs you, we want to meet you.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform resident-care and safety responsibilities.
Ability to assist with wheelchairs, transfers, and resident mobility.
Ability to walk for extended periods, bend frequently, and lift up to 50 pounds as required.
Current First Aid and CPR/AED certification, or willingness to complete required training through Cardinal Senior Living.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous senior living, assisted living, memory care, healthcare, or direct-care experience is preferred, but not required.
Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on support to residents based on their individual care and support plans.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, mobility, transfers, and other personal needs.
Support resident independence, choice, dignity, and quality of life.
Build positive relationships with residents and communicate respectfully with families, coworkers, and community leaders.
Observe changes in resident needs or condition and communicate concerns promptly.
Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
Help maintain a clean, safe, comfortable home for our residents, including support with laundry, cleaning, meals, and other daily community needs.
Follow established safety, care, infection-control, and regulatory requirements.
Support teammates during busy periods and contribute to a reliable, positive working environment.