Restorative CNA

Country Meadows Retirement Communities•Wyomissing, PA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Want to inspire an 88-year-old to walk down the aisle at her granddaughter's wedding? Or create other similar success stories? Restorative Care Aides have the honor of helping individuals reach their fullest potential by motivating and restoring hope in our residents. This position is located at our Wyomissing campus, in the Reading area. Current Opportunities Full Time: 8am-4pm, plus one 1pm-9pm shift per week Schedule includes working every other weekend and every other holiday Our investment in you: Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience Length of service bonus awards PayActiv On-Demand Pay - Work today, get paid tomorrow Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical Excellent vision and dental 401(k) retirement plan with company match Generous paid time off and roll over of unused time Paid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning Supplemental life insurance Company-paid short-term disability Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans Family and medical leave Paid bereavement and jury duty leave Wellness reimbursement incentives $2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink and dessert Our support for you: Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa. Direct access to your supervisory team Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement On-the-job training and continuing education Employee assistance program for you and your family Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need) Helping Hand interest-free loans

Requirements

Prior personal care and/or rehab experience.
Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to maintain a positive, therapeutic attitude toward residents, families, co-workers, etc.
Communication skills that include careful listening, sensitivity to emotions attached to the message and thoughtful responses.
Professional, flexible and positive attitude and the ability to change the course of activity with changing demands without experiencing undue stress or frustration.
Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this type of role.

Responsibilities

Promote residents' independence by focusing on their abilities not just the limitations and help restore their strength to live as independently as possible by creating customized plans.
Team with therapy, nursing, fitness and direct care co-workers for increased oversight, safety, and assistance, while supporting the residents' mind, body and spirit.
Be a personal cheerleader to rally residents in reaching their goals and supporting each milestone along the way.
Encourage residents to participate in social programs and on- and off-campus lifestyle activities to promote their wellness.
Build bonds with residents' families by sharing your expertise and educating them on their loved ones' goals and progress so everyone can support success.