Resident Assistant / Care Specialist Full-Time 3rd Shift

At Better Living, we believe every stage of life should be filled with purpose, dignity, and joy. We’re not just a senior living management company—we’re a team driven by compassion, grounded in hospitality, and committed to doing what’s right for residents, families, and staff. Our communities are built on meaningful connections, personalized support, and everyday moments that matter. This is senior living, only better. Benefits: Compensation - $16.00- $17.50 per hour Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays 401 (K) matching Professional development opportunities Employee assistance programs Job Summary: In this role, you will perform a variety of services and tasks necessary to maintain and support residents in their activities of daily living including personal cares, delegated nursing functions, social interactions/activities, and homemaking. You’ll work closely with nursing staff and other team members to ensure the comfort and safety of our residents in a home-like environment. Key Responsibilities: Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADL’s) and personal care needs including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, toileting, positioning, transferring and mobility Provide nursing services in accordance to each resident’s plan of care including assistance with medications, skin care, range of motion, maintenance therapy, respiratory assistance, assistance with prosthetic and orthotics, necessary observation and monitoring, wound care, and other treatments Monitor residents’ physical and emotional well-being and report any changes to nursing staff Assist with mealtime setup, service and clean up while ensuring adequate nutrition and hydration Encourage and assist with participation in recreational and social activities Maintain accurate records of care provided and follow facility protocols Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment Respond promptly to resident calls and needs in a courteous and respectful manner Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times Other duties as assigned Requirements: High school diploma or GED required State certification required depending on work location. Wisconsin - CBRF (all 4 courses) Compassionate, patient, and reliable with strong communication skills Understand, respect, and maintain resident confidentiality Ability to lift, move, and assist residents safely and comfortably Must pass required criminal background check in order to serve vulnerable adults Must be screened TB and other state-required health care conditions Be able to read, write, and comprehend English Physical Demands and Work Environment: Indoors, climate-controlled assisted living facility with a focus on personalized care Requires physical activity including standing, walking, lifting, and assisting residents Possible exposure to unpleasant odors. Possible exposure to chemicals as indicated in the MSDS manual. Continuous exposure to clients and/or family members who may be under stress. This job is considered "safety-sensitive", which is defined as "any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others". We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr