Job Title: Resident Assistant (CNA Class)
Location: Wellspring Skilled Nursing & Rehab – Fairview
Reports to: CNA supervisor / DON
Position Type: Full-time | Hourly
Accepting applications through January 16, 2026
Wellspring is a statewide nonprofit serving seniors, families, and children throughout Michigan. We take a whole-person approach to care, building on individual strengths to create lasting, positive change. We are seeking a compassionate Resident Assistant to join our Fairview Skilled Nursing and Rehab Campus. In this role, you will support residents, staff, and families while completing Wellspring’s CNA Training Program.
Responsibilities
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Provide individualized attention, which encourages each resident's ability to maintain or attain the highest level of independence and physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
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Be knowledgeable of the individualized information for residents; and provide non-nursing support to the resident within the Resident Assistant scope of duties
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Assist with transporting residents in wheelchairs only (no SBA), Passing of linen, making beds, tray delivery and pick up, passing of water, putting away supplies, answering call lights and fulfilling non-nursing resident requests (such as closing curtains, filling water, changing TV channel, etc.) and any other assignments.
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Maintain the comfort, privacy, and personal dignity of each resident in the delivery of services to them
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Understand and comply with all aspects of residents' rights and other facility policies and procedures including safety and infection control procedures
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Assist in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; report environmental deficiencies such as lighting or equipment problems to the supervisor or appropriate staff
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Protect the personal belongings of each resident; promptly report missing items according to established policy and participate in efforts to locate missing items
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Observe residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report these changes to appropriate licensed nursing personnel
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Answer residents' call lights promptly and courteously and seek nursing personnel for all care requests.
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Prior caregiving experience preferred.
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Commitment to compassionate service and respectful communication.
Schedule and Compensation
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Schedule: Full-time, 8 hour shifts for training and CNA Class
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Schedule After CNA Completion & Licensure: Full-time, Night Shift (5:30 pm – 5:30 am)
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Weekends: Every other weekend rotation required
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Starting Pay: $14.00/hour
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Pay After CNA Completion & Licensure: $17.00/hour
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Participation in Wellspring’s CNA Training Program, including classroom and hands-on instruction
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Eligible for one company-paid state exam upon course completion
Benefits
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid time off, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan
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DailyPay – access earned wages anytime
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Wellspring SupportLinc Employee Assistance Plan
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Clinical supervision and training
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Weekly team meetings and opportunities to build meaningful resident relationships
Location
Wellspring Lutheran Services
1390 Maple Dr.
Fairview, MI 48621
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of seniors and families in Fairview. Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
**Full job description provided at in-person interview.
