Resident Assistant

Description

GALLOWAY SENIOR LIVING

Resident Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Wellness Director

Supervises: N/A

Created/Revised: September 2026

About Galloway Senior Living

Galloway Senior Living is a locally owned and operated assisted living and memory care community committed to providing exceptional care, compassion, and a supportive environment for our residents and staff. Our community is founded on the principles of respect, dignity, and a personalized approach to senior living. At Galloway Senior Living, we prioritize a positive company culture that fosters a sense of belonging, teamwork, and a shared commitment to enhancing the lives of our residents.

Job Summary

The Resident Assistant delivers exceptional, compassionate service to residents by providing personal care and related services in accordance with each resident’s documented, individualized service and care plan. The Resident Assistant works under the direction of the Wellness Director and nursing staff.

Essential Functions

The following essential functions are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Obtain and record vital signs, and notify the supervising nurse of any deviations per the resident’s Individual Service Plan (ISP).
• Provide assistance with the following, as needed:
• Personal hygiene (bathing, grooming, hair care, shaving, skin care)
• Changing bed linens and making beds
• Toileting and incontinence care
• Nutritional and fluid intake
• Dressing
• Ambulation and transfers
• Positioning
• Medication reminders
• Other duties as assigned within scope of practice

• Follow each resident’s ISP as directed, along with the daily task sheets developed for each resident.
• Communicate with the appropriate supervisor about changes in a resident’s status and/or home situation.
• Utilize standard precautions and infection control procedures.
• Follow written instructions, and request assistance and further direction with new or unfamiliar situations.
• Prepare resident progress notes and submit documentation in a timely manner.
• Assist residents in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Exhibit a caring and respectful attitude toward residents and their property.
• Assist with activities and encourage resident engagement and participation.
• Uphold the confidentiality of residents and co-workers and comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.
• Attend scheduled in-services and all mandatory trainings.
• Adhere to all community and company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Minimum of six months of experience in a caregiving role, preferably with older adults.
• Interest in and a compassionate attitude toward caring for older adults.
• Professionalism necessary to establish and maintain good rapport with residents and family members, and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations in a professional manner.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Must complete a minimum of 12 hours of in-service education per year.
• Must complete and pass the medication management course.
• Agree to undergo supplemental training by community personnel, as required by the community.
• Regular attendance as prescribed by the operating hours of the community, with exceptions for allowed absences per policy.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is not required.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable…