Compassionate Senior Care Aide for Daily Living

The Bristal Assisted Living; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bristal Assisted Living in New Jersey seeks compassionate Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides to provide hands-on care and companionship to residents, ensuring safety, dignity and daily wellbeing. You will be a familiar face, assist with ADLs, escort to meals and activities, and support residents’ physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being under the Wellness team.

CN A/HHA certification preferred; English speaking required; experience with geriatric populations and dementia

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 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

ADL assistance

Dementia care

English literacy

Geriatric care

Follow instructions

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Compassionate care

Calm under pressure

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide certification

Job description

The Bristal Assisted Living in New Jersey seeks compassionate Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides to provide hands-on care and companionship to residents, ensuring safety, dignity and daily wellbeing. You will be a familiar face, assist with ADLs, escort to meals and activities, and support residents’ physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being under the Wellness team.

CN A/HHA certification preferred; English speaking required; experience with geriatric populations and dementia