Care Associate - Assisted Living (AL)

The Addison of McCullough Place; City of Johnstown (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Addison of McCullough Place in New York is seeking compassionate aides to assist residents in the Assisted Living Program with daily living activities, helping them lead a quality life while protecting dignity. Responsibilities include reminders for medications, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort services, and documenting daily progress.

Requirements include at least 1 year in senior care, English proficiency, and a state-dependent CNA/CHHA license; basic computer skills and a collaborative

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in senior care.
• Proficiency in English to communicate with residents, supervisors and emergencies.
• CNA or CHHA license may be required depending on the state.
• Basic computer skills for documenting daily logs and tasks.
• Compassionate, professional, kind and empathetic.
• Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort services and other activities of daily living.
• Follow the scheduled needs set by the supervisor.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Document daily log of assistance.
• Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
• Respect and encourage independence and dignity of residents.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team player

English proficiency

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Empathy

Education

CNA or CHHA license (state dependent)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

• Community Name: The Addison of McCullough Place

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for providing assistance to residents in the Assisted Living Program with their activities of daily living, enabling them to lead a quality life while maintaining their dignity.

Job Description

• Provide assistance as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
• Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Document daily log of assistance.
• Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
• Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
• Hourly Range: $16-$18.00.

Qualifications

• You have at least oneyearof experience working in senior care.
• Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations.
• You may need to have a CNA or CHHA license depending on the state.
• You have basic computer skills.
• You are compassionate, professional, kind, engaging, empathetic and helpful.
• You have the ability to work as a part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and efficiently.
• You possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• You have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in high stress situations.
• You can maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward the residents and your co-workers.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday.

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.