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Keepsake Village

Resident Care Associate

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What they do

A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.

$35,073 / year median in New York

+24% projected growth

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Job Description

Make a Difference Every Day. Build Relationships That Matter. Do you have a caring heart and enjoy helping others? Are you looking for a career where the work you do has a meaningful impact on someone's life? Join our team as a Resident Care Associate and become an important part of creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive home for our residents. As a Resident Care Associate, you'll do more than provide care. You'll get to know our residents—their personalities, routines, preferences, and stories—and help them live each day with dignity, independence, comfort, and purpose. Why You'll Love Working With Us Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults every day Build genuine relationships with residents and their families Be part of a supportive, compassionate team Receive training and ongoing support to help you succeed Develop valuable skills in senior living and memory care Opportunities for career growth and advancement Work in a community where residents are treated like family Be part of a team that values compassion, dignity, and respect What You'll Do As a Resident Care Associate, you will provide compassionate, person-centered support to residents while helping maintain a safe and engaging community.
Your responsibilities may include:
Provide assistance with activities of daily living based on each resident's individualized care plan Assist residents with personal care and daily routines while promoting independence and dignity Assist residents with transfers, lifts, repositioning, and transportation using appropriate techniques and equipment Help residents with mobility and maintain a safe environment Provide assistance with incontinence care, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal care needs as assigned Help protect residents' skin integrity through proper repositioning, personal care, and observation Get to know residents' individual needs, preferences, routines, and abilities Observe residents and promptly report changes in condition, behavior, or needs to the appropriate supervisor Communicate effectively with nurses, care team members, residents, families, and other departments Respond promptly and courteously to resident and family requests Create a warm, respectful, and welcoming environment for residents Follow individualized care plans and contribute observations that help the care team provide excellent care Follow infection prevention, safety, and proper hand hygiene procedures Maintain resident privacy and confidentiality Recognize and report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, mistreatment, or violations of residents' rights Participate in required training, competency programs, emergency drills, and safety activities Assist with resident evacuation and emergency procedures when necessary Maintain a clean and safe environment for residents and team members Follow all company, community, health, safety, and regulatory requirements Maintain reliable attendance and arrive ready to work as scheduled The Person We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is: Compassionate
  • You genuinely care about helping others and treating every resident with kindness and respect. Patient
  • You understand that every resident is different and may need additional time, encouragement, or support. Dependable
  • Your team and our residents count on you to be there when you're scheduled. Observant
  • You notice changes in residents and understand the importance of communicating concerns to the care team. Team-Oriented
  • You're willing to work together and support your coworkers to provide the best possible resident experience. Respectful
  • You believe every resident deserves dignity, privacy, choice, and the highest quality of care. Positive
  • You bring a caring attitude and help create a home-like environment for our residents.
Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Previous caregiving, healthcare, senior living, home care, hospitality, or customer service experience is a plus Must be willing to complete required training and competency programs Must meet applicable health and employment requirements Must be able to work assigned shifts and maintain reliable attendance Don't have senior living experience? That's okay! If you have a caring attitude, a willingness to learn, and a genuine desire to help others, we want to hear from you. We provide training and support to help you develop the skills you need to succeed. Physical Requirements This position involves active, hands-on care and requires the ability to: Move intermittently throughout the workday Stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull as needed Assist with resident transfers, repositioning, and mobility Lift, push, pull, move, and/or carry at least 25 pounds as required by the position Use mechanical lifting or mobility equipment when appropriate Work safely around residents who may have physical, cognitive, or behavioral challenges Assist with emergency evacuation procedures when necessary Maintain the physical and emotional ability to provide safe and compassionate resident care Health & Safety Requirements Employees must meet applicable facility health requirements, including required health screenings and examinations, and comply with infection prevention and workplace safety policies. Most Importantly... You can make a difference in someone's life every single day. For our residents, the people who provide their care become an important part of their daily lives. A smile, a helping hand, a conversation, or simply taking the time to listen can make someone's entire day better. If you're looking for meaningful work where what you do truly matters , we would love to have you join our team. Come care with us. Come grow with us. Come make a difference.