Care Associate - Memory Care (MC)

Senior Lifestyle; Baytowne (NY); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Access to DailyPay

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle is searching for dedicated individuals to assist residents in the Memory Care Program in Baytowne, New York. The position involves tasks such as providing companionship, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. Candidates should have experience with seniors, particularly those with dementia, and strong basic computer skills. A CNA or CHHA license may be required depending on state regulations. The role offers a starting salary of $17 per hour and includes health benefits, paid time off, and access to DailyPay.

Qualifications

• Experience working with seniors, particularly with dementia.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support to residents.
• Assist with daily living activities like bathing and grooming.
• Participate in group activities and serve during mealtime.

Skills

Compassionate care for seniors with dementia

Basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)

English proficiency

Education

CNA or CHHA license (if required by state)

Job 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 Memory Care Program with their activities of daily living, enabling them to lead a quality life while maintaining their dignity.

Job Description

Sta rting salary $17 per hour

• Provide kind, caring, and consistent companionship and support to residents.
• Provide assistance, encouragement, and restorative interventions, as needed, for Memory Care residents to be as independent as possible in their activities of daily living, including but not limited to: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
• Participate in and lead one-on-one and group activities.
• Serve residents during mealtime, assist with memory care laundry, and perform basic housekeeping within the memory care neighborhood.
• Ensure that resident/family/employee concerns receive timely response and follow-up, thus striving to provide a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors, and co-workers.

Qualifications

• Experience working with seniors with dementia including participation in activities is preferred.
• 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. Proficiency with Outlook, Excel and Word is required.
• You are compassionate, kind, engaging and helpful.
• 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 situations where only limited standardization exists.
• 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. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.