Resident Assistant

At Better Living we believe every stage of life should be filled with purpose dignity and joy.

Were not just a senior living management companywere a team driven by compassion grounded in hospitality and committed to doing whats 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 - $25.00 per hour plus mileage
• Health dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401 (K) matching
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance programs

Position Summary

The Traveling Resident Assistant who should live in the State of Iowa provides direct resident care and support services at various Better Living communities throughout Iowa. The Traveling Resident Assistant is responsible for delivering exceptional resident-centered care while upholding Better Living standards policies and our mission to love generously serve passionately and elevate every moment.

Essential Functions

Resident Care

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including:
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Continence care
  • Ambulation and transfers
  • Eating assistance
• Must be Med Managed Certified
• Must be CPR Certified

Resident Engagement

• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Participate in activities and resident engagement opportunities.
• Support Better Livings Resident-Led Initiative.
• Assist residents in attending meals activities and appointments.
• Promote a positive and welcoming environment.

Documentation & Communication

• Accurately complete required documentation.
• Report incidents accidents injuries or unusual occurrences immediately.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff department leaders residents and families.
• Follow all state and company reporting requirements.

Community Support

• Provide coverage at assigned Better Living communities throughout Iowa.
• Adapt quickly to various community environments and team structures.
• Assist with on-boarding and mentoring new caregivers when requested.
• Support special events resident move-ins and community initiatives.
• Maintain flexibility to work varying schedules based on operational needs.

Travel Requirements

• Travel to assigned Better Living communities throughout Iowa.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Valid drivers license and proof of insurancerequired.
• May require overnight travel on occasion.
• Must be willing to work at any Iowa Better Living location as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Iowa Direct Care Worker training requirements completed.
• Live in the State of Iowa.
• Ability to pass background checks and required screenings.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Preferred

• Previous assisted living memory care or long-term care experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
• Experience working with residents living with dementia.
• Experience working in multiple senior living settings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift push pull and transfer up to 50 pounds independently and greater weights with assistance.
• Frequent standing walking bending twisting kneeling and reaching.
• Ability to assist residents with transfers and mobility.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time or Part-Time opportunities available.
• Days evenings overnights weekends and holidays as assigned.
• Schedule may vary weekly based on community staffing needs.

Better Living Expectations

All team members are expected to:

• Uphold Better Livings mission and values.
• Demonstrate professionalism and accountability.
• Treat residents families coworkers and vendors with dignity and respect.
• Follow all company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain resident confidentiality.
• Promote a culture where every resident feels loved valued and at home.

What Makes Better Living Different

• A mission-first culture rooted in love purpose and connection.
• Leadership that supports mentors and invests in you.
• A work environment where residents feel like familyand staff do too.
• Programs like Better Days that empower residents to live with meaning and dignity.

Our Promise

At Better Living we dont just provide carewe create home.
We show up with heart.
We honor each residents story.
And we elevate every momenttogether.

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.