The posting
RESIDENT ASSISTANT - SIGN ON BONUS
Wage: $19-21/hr (Sign-on Bonus Available)
FT Sign On Bonus $1000
$250 after 90 days
$250 after 6 months
$500 after 1 year
PT Sign On Bonus $800
$200 after 90 days
$200 after 6 months
$400 after 1 year
Resident Assistant Opportunities – Join Our Team!
We are currently seeking compassionate, dependable Resident Assistants to join our team. We have multiple openings available with a variety of shifts and schedules:
- Full-Time: 2:00PM - 10:00PM Part-Time: 6:00AM - 2:00PM Part-Time: Weekend Warrior: 10:00PM - 6:00AM Every Other Weekend PRN: Pick up shifts as available, as you choose (minimum 1 shift/month required)
Shift Differentials
- PM Shift (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM): Additional $0.50/hour
- Overnight Shift (10:00 PM – 6:00 AM): Additional $0.75/hour
As a Resident Assistant, you will provide personal care and related services to residents in accordance with their individualized service and care plans. You will work under the direction of the Healthcare Coordinator to help ensure our residents receive compassionate, respectful, and high-quality care in a safe and supportive environment.
Certification as a Nurse Aide is preferred but not required. We are happy to consider caring, reliable individuals who are eager to learn and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can positively impact others every day, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Obtain and document residents' vital signs, reporting any changes or concerns to the supervising nurse in accordance with each resident's Individual Service Plan (ISP).
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, nutrition, ambulation, transfers, positioning, and medication reminders.
- Follow Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and daily assignment sheets while promptly communicating changes in residents' conditions to supervisors.
- Adhere to infection prevention protocols, including standard precautions and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of resident care and observations.
- Encourage residents to participate in activities that promote independence, engagement, and quality of life.
- Protect resident privacy by maintaining HIPAA confidentiality and following all community policies and procedures.
- Attend required in-service meetings, continuing education, and mandatory training sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support resident care and community operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- At least six months of caregiving experience, preferably working with older adults.
- Completion of a medication management course (or ability to obtain if required).
- CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to remain calm and professional in emotionally challenging situations.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality resident care.
Benefits
We value our team members and offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Competitive pay
- Shift differentials for PM and overnight shifts
- Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401(k) with employer match for full-time employees
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- On-demand pay options
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing organization
About Jaybird Senior Living
At Jaybird Senior Living, we believe every senior deserves exceptional care in a place they are proud to call home. Our communities provide personalized support in a warm, welcoming environment, empowering residents to enjoy each day with dignity, independence, and confidence.
Since 2004, we have been committed to creating exceptional experiences for both our residents and our team members. We foster a culture of compassion, innovation, and growth, where employees are valued, supported, and encouraged to develop their careers. When our team thrives, our residents receive outstanding care, and their families gain the peace of mind they deserve.
If you're looking for more than just a job—if you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day—we'd love to welcome you to the Jaybird Senior Living family.
The Minnesota Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Minnesota to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Minnesota, the following information may not apply. The base range represents the low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, we provide a variety of benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off (PTO), Flexible hours for better work-life balance, Employee assistance program, on-demand pay.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.
