Care Associate/PSS - Assisted Living (NIGHTS)

Gorham House; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement benefits

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

DailyPay

Job summary

Gorham House is seeking a Care Associate/PSS for night shifts to assist residents in the Assisted Living and Memory Care units. You will help with activities of daily living, medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, and escort services while preserving dignity and independence.

Requires at least 1 year in senior care, acceptable English proficiency, and state-dependent CNA/CHHA license. 40 hours per week, night shift 10:30 PM–7:00 AM.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in senior care.
• Acceptable English proficiency to perform duties and communicate with staff.
• CNA or CHHA license may be required depending on state.
• Basic computer skills.
• Compassionate, professional and team-oriented.
• Ability to multitask and work independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) in memory care and assisted living.
• Provide medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing and escort services.
• Document daily log of assistance and report issues to supervisor.
• Respect and support residents' independence and dignity.

Skills

Compassionate

Team player

English proficiency

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

CNA or CHHA license (state dependent)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Care Associate/PSS - Assisted Living (NIGHTS)

• Full-time
• Community Name: Gorham House
• Compensation: from USD 19 - hourly

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.

• Night shift (10:30PM to 7AM), 40 hours/week, working in both Memory Care and Assisted Living units.
• 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.

• 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.

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members:

• health
• dental
• vision
• retirement benefits
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 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.