Resident Care Assistant, 1st shift

United Methodist Retirement Communities • Grand Rapids, MI

50d

About The Position

As a Resident Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of our residents by providing compassionate personal care, supporting daily activities, and offering essential assistance in our assisted living and memory care areas. Your dedication will help create a safe, warm, and nurturing environment where residents feel valued, supported, and at home.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting and caregiver role, preferred.
• Previous working knowledge of Electronic Medication Administration Records (EMAR) system, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Help residents with mobility, including transferring them from beds to chairs, assisting with walking, and using mobility aids.
• Assist with meal preparation, serving, and feeding, ensuring residents receive proper nutrition and hydration according to their dietary needs and preferences.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents, engaging in conversation, recreational activities, and social interactions.
• Help residents maintain a clean and organized living environment, including making beds, tidying rooms, and doing light housekeeping tasks.
• Escort residents to appointments, activities, and outings as needed.
• Follow established care plans and protocols for each resident, ensuring individualized care and attention.

Benefits

• Career Growth & Development – Take your career to the next level with our tuition assistance programs and educational scholarships.
• Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year!
• Competitive Benefits for Part-Time Team Members – Enjoy Vision, Mental Health Programs, Legal Plans, Voluntary Life Insurance, and more, starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
• Daily Pay – Get paid when YOU want!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Includes 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees