Assisted Living Aide

Company Overview

At Diversicare, we understand the contributions of every team member and appreciate theirs each day to showcase their talents and gifts. We provide post‑acute care services to patients and residents at 61 skilled nursing and long‑term care centers in eight states, primarily in the Southeast, Midwest and Southwest United States. Our mission is “Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations.”

Our core values are Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork and Stewardship, supported by 12 service standards.

Full‑time benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Excellent 401(k) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• DiversICARE employee hardship fund
• Pay advancement program – OnShift Wallet

• Assist residents with dressing or other personal cares.
• Respond to residents when needed to provide maximum comfort, safety and privacy.
• Assist residents by ambulation or wheelchair to areas of the center (dining room, lobby, activities).
• Serve meals and assist with preparation (opening packets, cutting food, etc.).
• Report any significant findings or observations.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry.
• Follow proper infection control techniques.
• Respect the rights of each resident, especially privacy and confidentiality.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and ensure follow‑up occurs.
• Converse with residents and families, assist them in adjusting to the center, handle complaints effectively, and develop relationships to meet residents’ psychosocial needs.
• Encourage adequate hydration and nutrition of residents and report deviations or changes.
• Measure blood pressure, pulse, respirations, weight accurately.
• Follow safe working practices and report any incidents promptly to Center Management.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families and center staff.
• Other duties as assigned by Center Management.
• Assist residents in participating or conduct group activity programs.

• Past experience in providing personal care.
• Verbal ability to communicate with residents and understand instructions from nursing staff.
• A preference for performing direct care services.
• Ability to perform a variety of activities characterized by change and short duration in caring for residents.
• Ability to read, write, and accurately report.

Diversicare is committed to being an equal‑opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

(EOE)