Resident Care Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Resident Care Assistant (RCA) 12 hours/week
Ephrata, PA | Faith • Family • Community

Schedule Shifts include: 12 hours/week; day shift

• Week One: Thursday 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

• Week Two: Monday 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • Every other weekend: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Resident Care Assistant (RCA) Compensation:

• $17.70 – $19.15/hour

• $1.25/hour weekend differential

Make a Difference Every Day

Looking for meaningful work in a caring environment? Join the Fairmount team as a Resident Care Assistant (RCA) and be part of enriching the lives of older adults while building valuable nursing and caregiving skills. Our 50+ acre campus in rural Ephrata, PA, provides a welcoming and supportive place to grow personally and professionally.

At Fairmount Homes, we’re dedicated to faith, family, and community —and we’d love for you to be part of that mission.

What You’ll Do as a Resident Care Assistant (RCA)

As an RCA, you’ll provide support to residents and assist our nursing team with day-to-day care. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting residents with personal care (such as eating, grooming, and mobility)

• Preparing and serving meals and snacks, tracking consumption

• Helping with light housekeeping and keeping resident spaces tidy

• Offering companionship through conversation and small group activities

• Supporting resident safety by monitoring fall risks and responding quickly

• Transporting residents to activities, chapel, or in-house appointments

• Ensuring residents feel cared for, valued, and respected

What We’re Looking For

• Age 16+

• A caring, patient, and cheerful demeanor

• Dependability and a heart for serving older adults

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

• Willingness to follow policies, procedures, and uphold Fairmount’s mission and values

Benefits of Joining Fairmount

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) plan

• Employee discounts at the Fairmount Café

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Physical Requirements

This role involves standing, walking, bending, and pushing/pulling wheelchairs or carts. You should be able to lift 10 lbs frequently and up to 20 lbs occasionally, and remain calm and professional under pressure while communicating clearly.

Be part of a team that’s making a difference—one smile, one conversation, and one act of care at a time.