About this opportunity
Bristal Assisted Living lists this Resident Services Aide (HHA) Sun-Thursday 3P-11P opportunity in valley stream, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides
Looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone else's life? Where opportunities abound to advance your future, both personally and professionally? The Bristal Assisted Living is the place for you. You'll thrive in a premier senior care organization that values you as an individual — not just your experience and skillsets, but your unique talents and energy. You'll enrich the community in which you work, and that community will enrich you. We call what we do at The Bristal "hospitality with a higher purpose." We know you'll make an impactful difference. Because the difference is you. Come join us!
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Resident Service Assistants/Home Health Aides with a skillset and a heart for helping residents make the most of each day. In this position, you'll be a friendly and familiar face to our residents, providing hands-on care in a respectful and dignified manner. Your role is essential to the care and safety of residents who choose to call The Bristal home. The loving care you bring to the services you provide is fundamental to the quality of life and the general wellbeing of our residents every day.
Additional responsibilities include:
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
Full-time schedule includes one weekend shift per week (Tues–Sat or Sun–Thurs).
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
Behaviors:
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Education:
High School or better.
Technical/other training or better.
Licenses & Certifications:
Required: Home Health Aide
Preferred: Personal Care Aide, Certified Nursing Assist
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Worksite address
valley stream, NY, 11581, US
Who can apply
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