The Bristal Assisted Living jobs in White Plains, NY

Job Description Why Kensington Senior Living? Because Our Promise to love and care for your family as we do our own. These are not just words - but something all of us at Kensington Senior Living strive to deliver each day. We're looking for Care Partners in Assisted Living and Memory Care to join our Kensington White Plains community. Join us to discover your path, grow your purpose, and embrace the unexpected: deeper connections, greater opportunities, and a stronger sense of belonging. Salary: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour Work Location: In Person at The Kensington White Plains Job Status / Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time What does Kensington Senior Living offer you? Competitive Salary Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other optional benefits. 401(k) Plan Paid Vacation Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Complimentary Meals Growth Opportunities & Training Overview: The Care Partner (CNA, PCA, HHA) provides direct care to residents in both the Assisted Living and Memory Care neighborhoods including activities of daily living, therapeutic activities programs, and restorative programs. Assistance may be total, partial, or stand by depending upon physical and cognitive ability of resident. Duties & Responsibilities Assures the maximum quality of life for all residents by maintaining privacy, accommodating individual preference, promoting independence, encouraging and assisting participation in community activities and events, and communicating respectfully at all times. Assists residents in and out of bed and chair/wheelchair with the correct use of the transfer techniques if required. Depending on residents' weight and physical abilities, may require the assistance of another aide or the use of a mechanical lift to move the resident. If resident is unable to reposition self, provide assistance to turn and reposition resident intermittently. Assists residents in bathing as assigned. Monitor hygiene continuously and assist as needed to ensure that residents and their clothing are clean. Assists in personal grooming of residents including brushing hair, brushing teeth, trimming fingernails and toenails, and assists residents in dressing or undressing. Folds or hangs clean clothing items and places soiled items in hamper. Removes soiled bedding and replaces with clean linens as needed. Assists residents in using bathroom and perineal care. May be required to provide, remove and clean bedpans, urinals catheter bags, and bedside commodes. Assists residents to dining area for meals or provides meals in room as required. Assists in delivery dining service to residents and documenting intake of nourishment as needed. Serves in-between meal nourishment and assists as needed. Records amount eaten by residents as needed. Assists in maintaining cleanliness, condition, and supplies in resident suites by observing and reporting housekeeping and maintenance needs and obtaining care supplies from the community or family as needed. Maintains all work and service areas in clean and orderly condition. Assists in maintaining resident records. Documents assistance provided to residents at the end of each shift. Communicates all changes and unusual observation concerning residents physical and psychosocial functioning. Attends training courses and participates in other professional development activities as required. Report any suspicion or evidence of elder abuse, mistreatment or neglect as outlined in Human Resources Policies. Qualifications: Nurse Aide Certification or equivalent is required. Experience caring for seniors with Alzheimer's / dementia. Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages and abilities, displaying consideration of their rights and sensitivities, while maintaining an energetic, positive attitude. Must be able to read and write English, and follow verbal and written instructions. Must maintain a clean and well-groomed appearance and follow the dress code as outlined in the employee handbook. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings. Be in good health, and physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Knowledge & Skill: Must be kind, caring, and possess a genuine desire to work with seniors. Must have excellent verbal skills and communication abilities. Ability to work effectively within a team based environment. Strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and families. Ability to calculate figures related to amounts such as percentages and area. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Pre-Employment Requirements: Successful completion of criminal background check in state of employment. Demonstrate freedom from Tuberculosis by PPD/TB test or chest x-ray, documenting the absence of tuberculosis in a communicable form. Pass a pre-employment drug test. Mental and Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The team member regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms above, below and at shoulder height. The team member frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Must be able to push a minimum of 200 pounds and be able to push such weight a minimum distance of 200 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during an emergency. Work area may be subject to noise, distractions, and interruptions. Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations. We are an equal opportunity employer. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.