Resident Assistant

The Resident Assistant / Caregiver is responsible for providing personal care and delegated health-related services designed to maintain the resident’s physical and emotional well-being. This position is responsible for following the service schedule for each resident and correctly documents services provided. 

There is no experience or certification needed for this position! We provide a robust onsite training program.

About Us: Ecumen Pathstone in Mankato, MN is hiring a Resident Assistant to join our caring team. As part of a comprehensive senior living campus offering assisted living, long-term care, memory care, rehab, adult day services, independent living, homecare, and hospice, Ecumen is a nonprofit leader with over 160 years of experience. Ranked among Minnesota’s largest senior living providers, we’re dedicated to compassionate care, innovation, and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for both residents and team members.

Schedule: Work every other Saturday and Sunday on Day, Evening, or Overnight shift. 

Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $19.00 - $22.00 per hour. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits: Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources. Learn more at .

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Assist residents with daily activities like dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, mobility, and transferring.

2. Provide morning and evening care, including oral hygiene and incontinence care.

3. Help with use of assistive devices such as glasses and hearing aids.

4. Administer medications and treatments as delegated by the RN or Clinical Director.

5. Observe and report changes in residents’ physical, emotional, or cognitive condition.

6. Encourage resident independence by offering choices and promoting self-care.

7. Collaborate with team members in a flexible, fast-paced environment.

8. Complete light cleaning tasks and support resident activities.

9. Respond promptly to safety hazards, call lights, and team needs.

10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written 
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to:  Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Previous experience with working with seniors
• Certified Nursing Assistant CNA and/or Home Health Aide