Resident Assistant

Cedarhurst Senior Living is a leading provider of senior living communities, dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through exceptional care and personalized services. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Cedarhurst creates vibrant environments where seniors can thrive and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.

Position:
Resident Assistant

The Resident Assistant reports directly to the Director of Nursing and supports residents in maintaining their dignity, independence, and overall quality of life by providing personal care assistance, companionship, and encouragement in daily activities. This position plays a vital role in promoting the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of residents through compassionate care, effective communication, and proactive engagement in community life.

• Assist and provide direction to residents regarding their personal care needs, including grooming, hygiene, dressing, nutrition, etc.
• Answer signal lights, bells, or intercom system to determine residents’ needs using a proactive approach.
• Take and record temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output as directed.
• Transport residents or assist residents with walking, turning or repositioning alone or with assistance.
• Change bed linens, run errands, direct visitors, and answer telephone.
• Assist with laundry and housekeeping duties.
• Assist residents to and from dining room as needed and assist with meals.
• Encourage and assist residents to participate in activities.
• Listen to and understand the problems of residents and report observations immediately to the care team as needed.
• Promote the physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing of each resident and strive to maintain the ultimate goal, which is to return the resident to their maximum level of self‑care and independence when possible.
• Understand the resident’s advance directives and follow their wishes.
• Ensure effective communication is being utilized by community staff with the residents’ families concerning residents’ care, encompassing their physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing.
• Work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative with the capability to engage in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of experience as a resident assistant within a senior living community or healthcare setting is preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in common digital tools and applications, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), web‑based platforms, electronic health record systems, and any HR‑related systems as applicable.

• This position may need to walk or stand for extended periods and move throughout the community, resident apartments, and other areas.
• May occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, as well as climb or balance.
• Requires effective communication and interpretation of written information.
• May need to lift up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• Must follow all infection prevention and control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary.
• Actively participate in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale.
• Required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives and pursue self‑improvement opportunities.

• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match after one year of service for eligible employees
• GROW Points rewards system
• Exclusive Skechers shoe discounts
• Early paycheck access

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Cedarhurst considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, participation in required health assessments (such as TB testing or physical evaluations), and the use of designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and applicable law.