Resident Services Aide - per diem - Memory Care

The Bristal Assisted Living; West Babylon (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bristal Assisted Living is seeking a dedicated Resident Service Assistant in West Babylon, NY. This role involves providing hands-on care to residents with respect and dignity, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities include assisting residents with daily living activities, escorting them to meals and recreational activities, and supporting their physical and emotional wellbeing. The ideal candidate will be a Certified Nursing Assistant or Home Health Aide with experience in geriatrics and must have a caring demeanor.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant or Home Health Aide.
• Experience with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is a plus.
• Must speak and read in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care to residents ensuring safety and wellbeing.
• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Escort residents to meals and activities.

Skills

Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Experience with geriatric population

English language proficiency

Patience and professionalism in resident care

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant or Home Health Aide

Job description

Resident Service Assistant/Home Health Aide

Provide hands‑on care in a respectful and dignified manner to residents, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with 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 in the Wellness area to ensure safety, comfort, and wellbeing of residents
• Following all policies and procedures and adhering to instructions of the Nurse Shift Supervisor and the Director of Wellness

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

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant 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