Per Diem Resident Care Assistant

Brio Living Services·Grand Rapids, Michigan

About the role

The Resident Care Assistant provides compassionate personal care and support for daily living activities to residents in memory support. They are responsible for monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, and maintaining a safe, tidy environment for residents.

Per Diem Resident Care Assistant Department

Memory
Support
Employment
Type:
Flexible
Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Description Schedule: Per Diem

What You'll Do

As a Resident Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of our residents by providing compassionate personal care, supporting daily activities, and offering essential assistance in our assisted living and memory care areas. Your dedication will help create a safe, warm, and nurturing environment where residents feel valued, supported, and at home.

Key Responsibilities Provide Hands-On Care – Assist with personal care (ADLS) like bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.

Support Mealtime– Help residents enjoy their meals and stay hydrated for good health.

Keep Things Moving – Support mobility, including turning, positioning, and safe transfers.

Perform Vital Checks – Measure and record vital signs, weight, and intake/output.

Maintain Comfort & Care – Keep rooms tidy, cozy, and well-stocked with essentials.

Provide Responsive Support – Answer call lights quickly and respond with kindness and compassion.

Monitor with Watchful Eyes – Report any changes in conditions to the leadership ASAP.

Demonstrate Respect & Professionalism – Maintain confidentiality while delivering top-notch care.

The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Must be 18 years of age or older.

Previous experience in a caregiver role, preferred.

Experience with ADLs, preferred.

Position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Previous working knowledge of Electronic Medication Administration Records (EMAR) system, preferred.

Benefits

Career Growth & Development – Take your career to the next level with our tuition assistance programs and educational scholarships. Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year! Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions. Daily Pay – Get paid when YOU want! Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and capable of lifting up to 35 pounds. Previous experience in a caregiver role and familiarity with ADLs and EMAR systems are preferred.

Confidentiality
Documentation
Dressing
Grooming
Bathing
Toileting
Compassionate care
ADLs
Vital signs monitoring
Mobility support
Patient safety
Personal care
Mealtime support
EMAR system

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Posted: Sep 9, 2026
Application: Employer website

Michigan Per Diem Care Roles Value Flexible Readiness

Per diem resident care assistant roles in Michigan help facilities cover changing staffing needs, making reliable availability and readiness important to employers. Candidates may stand out with caregiver experience, ADL and EMAR familiarity, and the ability to lift up to 35 pounds; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original job description to save research time, then confirm scheduling expectations before applying.

Per Diem Resident Care Assistant

About the role

Per Diem Resident Care Assistant Department

What You'll Do

Benefits

Requirements

Posting details

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