Residential Aide

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:
The Resident Assistant (RA) provides hands-on care, support, and teaching to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in a licensed 8-bed Intermediate Care Facility (ICF). This entry-level role also offers the opportunity to gain three months of required experience and earn CRMA certification while learning the specialized caregiving methods used in the field of intellectual disabilities.

 

What You'll Do:

• Support residents in daily living activities (bathing, grooming, dressing, meals, mobility, etc.)

• Promote independence, self-advocacy, and personal choice

• Follow individualized care and behavioral support plans

• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment

• Observe and report health or behavioral changes

• Participate in recreational and community activities

• Uphold confidentiality, professional communication, and teamwork standards

• Complete required trainings and certifications within two years

 

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• DSP/CDS certification (or willingness to obtain)

• CPR/First Aid certified (training provided if needed)

• Valid Maine driver's license or driver's license in the United States for at least 1 year with clean driving record

• Compassionate, patient, and reliable with strong teamwork skills

• Open schedule availability

 

Why Join Us:

• Meaningful, rewarding work that changes lives

• Paid training and opportunities for advancement

• Supportive, team-driven environment

• Full-time, part-time (24/7 operation including weekends/holidays), and opportunities for overtime

• Medical, dental, vision, 403b, etc.
• Employee discounts

 

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $19.00–$23.00 per hour (or $39,520.00–$47,840.00 annually ), depending on qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related factors. Eligible employees are also offered a comprehensive benefits package.