Caregiver (Personal Care Assistant)

Sunrise Senior Living Services; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

MyFlexPay

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Mountainside, New Jersey, seeks a caring Caregiver to provide hands-on support with daily living activities, mobility, grooming, and personal care, while engaging residents through conversation and purposeful activities.

You’ll follow Individualized Service Plans, promote safety, dignity, and independence, assist dining, and collaborate with families and care leaders to brighten every day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; age 18+.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain) required.
• Compassion, reliability, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and personal care.
• Follow Individualized Service Plans (ISP) and document changes
• Promote safety, dignity, and independence
• Engage residents through conversation and daily activities
• Support dining services and maintain a clean, welcoming environment
• Communicate effectively with families and care leaders
• In Memory Care, create enriching experiences for residents with memory loss

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Compassion

Reliability

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day. We champion quality of life for all seniors. As a Caregiver, you are the heart of that mission—providing hands‑on support while building meaningful relationships that brighten every day.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and personal care
• Follow Individualized Service Plans (ISP) and document changes
• Promote safety, dignity, and independence
• Engage residents through conversation and daily activities
• Support dining services and maintain a clean, welcoming environment
• Communicate effectively with families and care leaders
• In Memory Care, create enriching experiences for residents with memory loss

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma/GED; age 18+
• CPR/First Aid (or ability to obtain)
• Compassion, reliability, and strong communication skills

Pay Range

18.92 - 23.65

Caregiver – Make a Difference Every Day

Paid Training & Career Growth | Personal Care Assistant | Assisted Living | Senior Care

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan.

Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

At Sunrise Senior Living, we are united by a mission to champion quality of life for all seniors, and we believe we shine brightest when we support one another and those we serve.