Resident Assistant / Licensed Nursing Assistant-Part-Time-Day Shift-(6am-2pm)-alternating weekends-Keene

Full Job Description:

Role: Resident Assistant (RA) / Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)

As a vital member of our Wellness team, you’ll provide compassionate care and personal assistance to residents, helping them maintain the highest possible level of independence and overall well-being. You’ll not only support daily living needs but also build meaningful connections that make a difference every day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build trust and companionship with residents through respectful, compassionate interaction.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including ambulation, transferring, bathing/showering, personal hygiene, incontinence care, feeding, reminders, and supervision.
• Encourage and assist residents in both group and one-on-one activities.
• Serve meals and assist with after-meal clean-up.
• Maintain clean, organized resident rooms; complete laundry as assigned.
• Monitor for changes in residents’ condition — physical, cognitive, or emotional — and promptly report concerns to the Wellness Director.
• Follow all safety procedures, including infection control, fire protection, and hazardous waste guidelines.
• Communicate professionally with residents, families, visitors, and volunteers.
• Respond promptly to emergency calls and provide post-mortem care as instructed.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and compliance activities.
• Uphold American House’s mission, vision, and values in every aspect of your work.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 40 lbs and move quickly in emergency situations.
• Commitment to providing a safe, supportive environment for all.

Preferred Qualifications:

• LNA certification preferred — but not required.
• In-house training with a competency sign-off can be provided to waive the LNA requirement.
• Prior experience working with seniors.
• Previous work in Assisted Living or Memory Care.

Education & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent — or current high school student.
• Minimum age: 16.
• Successful completion of pre-employment requirements: background check, drug screen, TB test, and physical.

What We Offer:

• Shift differentials
• Uniforms provided at no cost.
• Free meals during your shift.
• Paid training, including LNA competency sign-off if not already certified.
• Opportunities for education assistance to help you grow professionally.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
• Voluntary benefits including long-term disability, short-term disability, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your household members.
• Exclusive employee discounts through partner programs.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.

About American House:

Founded in 1979, American House Senior Living Communities has been committed to providing high-quality, affordable housing for seniors for over 40 years. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to enrich the lives of those we serve, fostering meaningful relationships in an environment of compassionate care. We are dedicated to innovation, sustainable excellence, and delivering value to our residents, families, and team members alike.

Company Overview

Founded in 1979, American House Senior Living Communities’ vision is to provide high-quality housing for senior at a price affordable for retirees and their families. That vision of excellence has endured for nearly 40 years and expanded to serve residents at a number of senior housing communities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve, providing an environment that fosters meaningful relationships. Our vision is to be an innovative senior housing company that created sustainable excellence and stakeholder value, with an unparalleled commitment to passionate care provided by compassionate people.