Caregiver – Assisted Living & Memory Care | Harrington Park, NJ

Allegro Senior Living•Harrington Park, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct resident care and support in Allegro Harrington Park’s Assisted Living and Memory Care community under the supervision of the Resident Care Director, Supervisor-in-Charge, and/or licensed nursing personnel. The role helps maintain a safe, comfortable, and positive physical and social environment while supporting residents’ daily care needs, dignity, independence, and quality of life. The Resident Assistant assists with activities of daily living, responds to emergency calls, supports dining and daily routines, observes and reports changes in resident condition, maintains required documentation, and communicates professionally with residents, families, team members, and visitors. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, service-oriented, and collaborative. The posting describes part-time scheduling, including every other weekend, and lists first shift, second shift, and PRN options. It also advertises competitive pay, same-day pay options, walk-in interviews on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., referral bonus programs, and a certification reimbursement bonus program.

Requirements

Must maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Must meet applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
Must be at least 18 years of age; state-specific guidelines may apply.
Must pass required background screening, health screening, and drug-free workplace requirements.
Must have reliable transportation.
Where required, must have a valid driver’s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record, and insurability by the community’s automobile insurance carrier.
Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a healthcare, hospitality, senior living, or service environment is preferred.
CNA certification is preferred; a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certificate may be accepted. CNA certification may be required in some states.
Experience or aptitude working with Alzheimer’s disease and memory-impaired residents is preferred.
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, positioning, transfers, mobility, and incontinence care.
Prepare residents for meals, snacks, and activities; support dining-room service, including serving meals and clearing tables.
Respond promptly to resident emergency call systems and requests for assistance.
Observe, document, and report changes in residents’ condition to the appropriate supervisor or designee.
Communicate courteously and professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors.
Maintain resident care documentation in accordance with state regulations and Allegro Living policies and procedures.
Assist with resident transportation when required.
Follow safety, sanitation, infection-control, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.
Assist with light cleaning and laundry in resident rooms, offices, and common areas as needed.
Attend meetings and in-service training sessions as required and in accordance with state guidelines.
Maintain a professional appearance, participate in training, and deliver courteous service that promotes positive resident and family experiences.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.