Senior Care Aide: Compassionate Support & Growth

The Bristal at Bethpage; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The Bristal Assisted Living in Bethpage, NY is seeking compassionate Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides to provide hands-on care, assisting residents with daily activities in a respectful, dignified manner. You will be a friendly, familiar presence contributing to quality of life.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, escorting residents to meals and activities, and supporting residents’ physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being, under supervision of wellness staff.

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

Compassionate

Patient

Team player

Education

High School or better

Technical/other training or better

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job description

The Bristal Assisted Living in Bethpage, NY is seeking compassionate Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides to provide hands-on care, assisting residents with daily activities in a respectful, dignified manner. You will be a friendly, familiar presence contributing to quality of life.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, escorting residents to meals and activities, and supporting residents’ physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being, under supervision of wellness staff.