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

Foundry Commercial•Dumont, NJ

10d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant (RA) provides direct resident care and support 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 in an Assisted Living and Memory Care community. The Resident Assistant helps residents with activities of daily living, responds to emergency calls, supports dining and daily routines, observes and reports changes in residents’ conditions, maintains required documentation, and communicates professionally with residents, family members, team members, and visitors. The position calls for a compassionate, dependable, service-oriented person who can work collaboratively in a senior living environment.

Requirements

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

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.

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’ conditions 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 company 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 required meetings and in-service training sessions in accordance with state guidelines.
Maintain a professional appearance, participate in training, and provide courteous service that promotes positive resident and family experiences.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.