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Resident Assistance Jobs in Decatur, IL (NOW HIRING)

SR COMPANIES LLC

Caregiver 1st and 2nd Shift

Decatur, IL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Provides assistance to residents with all activities of daily living including dressing, grooming, peri-care, toileting, and hygiene.* * Speaks to and interacts with residents at all levels of care ...

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Restorative Nurse

Mount Pulaski, IL · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Provide hands‑on assistance, guidance, and education to nursing staff on proper techniques for transferring, ambulation, and activities of daily living. * Monitor residents' progress regularly and ...

Arc at Hickory Point

CNA

Forsyth, IL · On-site

Essential Duties: * Assist residents with daily needs including eating, bathing, grooming ... Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support & guidance on family, money, health, legal ...

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How much do resident assistance jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for resident assistance in Decatur, IL is $17.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Resident Assistance vs Caregiver?

AspectResident AssistanceCaregiver
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma; certification often preferred or required
Work EnvironmentAssisted living facilities, nursing homes, senior communitiesPrivate homes, healthcare facilities, senior centers
Employer & IndustrySenior care, assisted living, healthcare industryHome health agencies, healthcare, senior care
Common Search & ComparisonResident Assistance vs Caregiver

Resident Assistance and Caregiver roles often overlap in senior care settings, but Resident Assistance typically focuses on supporting residents with daily activities within assisted living facilities, while Caregivers may work in various environments providing personal care and health support, often in private homes. Both roles require similar credentials and are vital in the healthcare and senior care industries.

What cities near Decatur, IL are hiring for Resident Assistance jobs?

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Infographic showing various Resident Assistance job openings in Decatur, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, and 44% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,351 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Assisted Living Resident Assistant

Forsyth, IL • On-site

Arc at Hickory Point
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$16/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The primary purpose of the Resident Care Assistant (RCA) position is to assist in providing exceptional customer service to our residents. The incumbent will work with all departments to ensure that our residents receive the highest caliber of care during their stay.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop & maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility to assure that daily activities can be performed without interruption. Create & maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.

Greet and maintain positive, friendly relationships with all residents.

  • Assists in-room residents by visiting with them, writing letters, running errands, and performing assistance with crafts, projects, etc., as necessary.

  • Ensure that rooms are prepared for the arrival of new residents.

  • Assist with the distribution of food trays to residents.

  • Manage, maintain, and organize resident property in accordance with policies and standards.

  • Help organize and put away resident laundry.

  • Answer call-lights and get appropriate staff to help residents if needed.

  • Address any concerns that residents may have with appropriate department heads and leadership.

  • Bring residents to assigned areas throughout the facility as needed.

  • Make beds and straighten up rooms.

  • Serve as back-up to the front-desk receptionist to ensure to maintain customer service standards.

  • May assist in special projects as needed.

  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

  • Must be able to push, pull move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

  • May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits Offered:

  • Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more

  • $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance – at no cost to you

  • Leadership Training to enhance your management skills

  • Daily Pay - get your money when you want

  • Paid Vacations - rolls over each year

  • Paid Sick Time 

  • Paid Holidays

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events