What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Assistant Lead - Overnight - River Heights position at Vivie?
Schedule: Part Time and Full Time available
Join Vivie and help us create meaningful impact! As a Resident Assistant, you’ll play a key role in providing exceptional care and support to residents by assisting with daily activities, fostering a positive environment, and ensuring their comfort and safety. We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable, and proactive individual who thrives in a collaborative and caring community.
At Vivie, we value our people and offer a competitive pay range of $17.40/hr. to $23.65/hr. (hourly non-exempt) based on experience, qualifications, and location. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, wellness programs, and opportunities for professional growth.
Let’s grow together—apply now and discover the difference you can make at Vivie!
Vivie is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Resident Assistant Lead, you’ll go beyond direct care—mentoring team members, leading by example, and ensuring the highest quality of care for residents. In this role, you will support daily care, provide leadership on your shift, and foster a collaborative, person-centered care environment. Your ability to guide, mentor, and support your team will make a lasting impact on both staff and residents.
As a Resident Assistant Lead, you will:
- Provide Direct Resident Care – Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, mobility, meals, and restorative care while maintaining dignity and respect.
- Mentor and Support Team Members – Train, guide, and coach new and existing staff, promoting a positive and engaged work environment.
- Act as a Shift Lead – Serve as the primary point of contact during shifts, triaging staff and resident needs, ensuring communication flow, and collaborating with clinical teams.
- Ensure Quality and Compliance – Maintain documentation, follow established best practices, and ensure care protocols align with resident preferences and regulatory standards.
- Promote a Positive Culture – Lead by example, foster teamwork, and create an environment where both residents and team members feel supported and valued.
- Other Duties as Assigned – The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
This job also requires:
- Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of Minnesota preferred (may be required for some levels of assisted living).
- Experience in resident care, mentoring, or leadership roles preferred.
- Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate with a diverse team.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to pass state mandated background check.
- Physical capability to perform all essential job functions.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English to ensure effective communication with residents, families, and staff.
Additional Details:
- Employment Type: Hourly, non-exempt
- Department: Nursing
- Leadership Received: Director of Nursing or Clinical Care
- Division: River Heights
- Travel Requirements: No
- This role does not include supervisory responsibilities.
Salary : $17 - $24
