Compassionate CNA/HHA - Senior Living Caregiver

The Bristal; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bristal is seeking compassionate Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides to provide hands-on care for residents in a premier senior living environment. You will be a friendly, respectful presence delivering personalized support to enhance daily life and safety.

Full-time schedule includes at least one weekend shift per week; English proficiency required, and prior dementia care experience is a plus. Competitive, supportive team culture and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• CNA, PCA or HHA certification (or equivalent).
• Experience with Alzheimer's/dementia is a plus.
• Must speak/read English.
• Geriatric population experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and establish care routines.
• Maintain calm, patient and respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Escort residents to meals and recreational activities.
• Support residents' physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being.
• Assist in Wellness area to ensure safety and comfort.
• Follow policies and directives of the Nurse Supervisor.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or better

Technical training or better

Job description

Looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone else’s life? Where opportunities abound to advance your future, both personally and professionally? The Bristal Assisted Living is the place for you. You’ll thrive in a premier senior care organization that values you as an individual — not just your experience and skillsets, but your unique talents and energy. You’ll enrich the community in which you work, and that community will enrich you. We call what we do at The Bristal “hospitality with a higher purpose.” We know you’ll make an impactful difference. Because the difference is you. Come join us!

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides with a skillset and a heart for helping residents make the most of each day. In this position, you’ll be a friendly and familiar face to our residents, providing hands-on care in a respectful and dignified manner. Your role is essential to the care and safety of residents who choose to call The Bristal home. The loving care you bring to the services you provide is fundamental to the quality of life and the general wellbeing of our residents every day.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assisting residents manage Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Escorting residents to meals and recreational activities
• Supporting residentsin achieving their highest level of physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being
• Helping out as needed in the Wellness areato ensure the safety, comfort and wellbeing of our residents
• Following all policies and procedures, and adhering to the instructions ofthe Nurse Shift Supervisor andthe Director of Wellness

Full-time schedule includes one weekend shift per week (Tues–Sat or Sun–Thurs).

Qualifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistant, Personal Care Attendant or Home Health Aide
• Experience assisting those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia is a plus
• Must be able to speak and read in English
• Previous experience with geriatricpopulation preferred, providing assistance with ADLs
• Ability to follow instructions and establish personal care routines
• Basic understanding of dementia; patience and professionalism in redirecting residents
• Ability to adjust todifferent personality typesand situations in positive ways
• Must always be reliable, caring and gentle in touch and demeanor
• Maintain an abiding respect for the elderly and remain calm at all times

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Loyal

Loyal

: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Dedicated

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Enthusiastic

: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Education

Required

High School or better.

Technical/other training or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Certified Nursing Assist

Personal Care Aide

Home Health Aide

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