Job Description
Job Description
Job description
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Resident Care 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
Qualifications :
Experience assisting those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia is a plusMust be able to speak and read in EnglishPrevious experience with geriatric population preferred, providing assistance with ADLsAbility to follow instructions and establish personal care routinesBasic understanding of dementia; patience and professionalism in redirecting residentsAbility to adjust to different personality types and situations in positive waysMust always be reliable, caring and gentle in touch and demeanorMaintain an abiding respect for the elderly and remain calm at all timesCertified Home Health Aide
Job Types : Part-time
Pay : Up to $19 per hour