Resident Assistant, Caregiver

Harmony Senior Services

Resident Assistant supporting daily living, safety, housekeeping, and activities for senior living residents. Assisting Harmony Senior Services’ assisted living and memory care community.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeMount Juliet • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing quality care and assistance with daily living activities, while effectively communicating resident status and concerns. Capable of maintaining confidentiality and supporting residents during transitions, ensuring a positive community experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

High School Diploma or GEDCPR/First Aid CertificationPersonal Care Aide Program CompletionEffective Verbal and Written Communication SkillsAbility to Lift and Transfer Residents Safely

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Hard Skills

Assistance with Activities of Daily LivingHousekeeping DutiesMonitoring Resident HealthEmergency ResponseResident Activity Program Planning

Soft Skills

OrganizedPolite and Considerate BehaviorAbility to Work Well with All Levels of PersonnelEmotional Support for Residents

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR CertificationFirst Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

Confidentiality PoliciesResident CareNursing Team ContributionFlexible ScheduleIn-Service Attendance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents
Report resident incidents, care concerns, and issues to appropriate individuals
Maintain knowledge of policies and procedures related to the position
Perform housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas
Respond to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts
Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs
Follow confidentiality policies regarding resident information
Escort residents to dining rooms and activities
Check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities
Monitor ill residents and report status or concerns
Communicate resident status, community information, appointments, admissions, and transfers verbally and in writing
Assist new residents with move-in transition and provide emotional support
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Successfully completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel
Ability to contribute to the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions
Polite and considerate behavior toward residents, visitors, and co-workers
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods
Ability to lift 50 lbs and push or carry 25 lbs
Ability to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics
Must wear designated uniform and name badge during working hours
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire
Ability to represent the community positively and professionally
Attendance and completion of required in-services and staff meetings
Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k
Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
Training, Development & Career Laddering
Great work-life balance
Flexible Scheduling