Resident Care Aide (FT/PT)

Peregrine Senior Living; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Generous)

Holidays & Floating Holidays

Health Insurance (Aetna)

Child Care Reimbursement

Compassionate PTO Donation

Flexible Scheduling

EAP

PTO Cash-Out

401(k) Company Match

Job summary

Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill in Syracuse, NY, is seeking a dedicated Resident Care Aide to join a compassionate care team. Full-time and part-time shifts are available, including 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily living activities, safeguarding resident rights, and documenting care. CNA/HHA/PCA certifications are welcomed but not required; one year of caregiving is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• CNA/HHA/PCA certification welcomed but not required.
• One year of caregiving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, dressing) while promoting dignity and independence.
• Ensure compliance with residents' rights regulations and maintain accurate care documentation.
• Report changes in resident condition to supervisor, including illness signs or behavioral changes.
• Encourage resident participation in community activities.

Skills

Compassion for older adults

Interpersonal skills

Dignity-first care

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/HHA/PCA certification welcomed

Job description

We are currently seeking an energetic and dedicated Resident Care Aide. Jumpstart your career and join a fantastic team of compassionate caregivers! We have full-time and part-time opportunities available!

Schedule:

Full-Time and Part-Time:

• 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m
• 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m
• 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m

Salary:

$18.00–$22.00 per hour (shift differential included, based on experience)

Employee's working evening, overnight, and weekend shifts are entitled to a shift differential

Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
• Aetna Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Child Care Reimbursement
• Compassionate PTO Donation Program
• Flexible Scheduling
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO Cash-Out Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Resident Care Aide Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with memory impairment with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, while maintaining their dignity and promoting independence.
• Ensure compliance with and understanding of all regulations regarding residents' rights.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of resident care.
• Immediately report any changes in a resident's condition to the supervisor, including signs of illness, behavioral changes, unmet personal care needs, medication concerns, or unknown resident whereabouts.
• Promote and encourage resident participation in community activities.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide (HHA), or Personal Care Aide (PCA) certification welcome but not required
• One year of caregiving experience preferred.
• Compassion for and a genuine desire to work with older adults is required.

Company Overview:

Peregrine Senior Living is recognized for its innovative leadership in revolutionizing care for older adults. Joining Peregrine means becoming part of a leader in memory care programs that has helped establish today's standards and continues to shape the future of senior care.

Peregrine Senior Living at Onondaga Hill, located in Syracuse, NY, is a leading provider of senior memory care and is committed to delivering exceptional care, compassion, and supervision to every resident.

Employee Appreciation:

• Peregrine Proud: Public recognition of exceptional employee performance
• Monthly All-Staff Gift Card Drawings
• Periodic All-Staff Appreciation Events
• Annual Longevity Rewards, including an Anniversary Bonus and Celebration

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Peregrine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local law.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Peregrine Senior Living makes employment decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and current business needs.