Job Description

Start a meaningful career as a Resident Assistant with River Valley Place of Fort Madison, A Better Living Community!

Make a difference in someone's life every day. 
At River Valley Place, we lead with love—creating senior communities where purpose, dignity, and joy define every moment. Join a team grounded in compassion and hospitality, where your work truly elevates lives.

Why Join Us? 

• Personalized Care:  We believe better care leads to better living
• Competitive Pay: $15 - $16/hour + credit for experience 
• Schedule: Day, Evening & Overnight shifts | Alternating weekends and occasional holidays
• Supportive Team:  We invest in our team just like we invest in our residents
• Quick Hiring:  Apply today and hear back within 48 hours 

What You’ll Do:

• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities
• Supporting residents with mobility, grooming, toileting, and meal setup
• Performing light housekeeping and helping maintain a clean environment
• Offering companionship and assisting in social activities
• Monitoring resident well-being and reporting changes to leadership
• Following infection control protocols and safety guidelines

What You’ll Need:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Resident Assistant or CNA experience, preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in senior care, preferred
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Respect for confidentiality and resident rights
• Knowledge of infection control and safe cleaning practices
• Alertness to safety hazards and willingness to act quickly

Benefits Available to You: 

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Coverage: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift,

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