Compassionate Senior Care Aide — ADL & Wellness

The Bristal Assisted Living; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bristal Assisted Living in Bethpage, NY is seeking compassionate Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides to provide hands-on care to residents, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring safety and dignity.

You will escort residents to meals and activities, support their physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being, and follow nurse supervision and wellness policies while maintaining a calm, patient, and respectful demeanor.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant, Personal Care Attendant or Home Health Aide is required.
• Experience assisting those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia is a plus.
• Must be able to speak and read in English.
• Previous experience with geriatric population 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 to different personality types and 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Caring demeanor

English proficiency

Job description

The Bristal Assisted Living in Bethpage, NY is seeking compassionate Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides to provide hands-on care to residents, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring safety and dignity.

You will escort residents to meals and activities, support their physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being, and follow nurse supervision and wellness policies while maintaining a calm, patient, and respectful demeanor.