Job Description

Job Description

Why The Kensington White Plains? Because Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our own and this extends to our team members too!

Become part of a community that’s driven by its unique core values : a Love for Seniors, Respect for Each Other, Passion for Excellence, and a Spirit to Serve.

Partner with us to find your path, grow your purpose, and expect the unexpected : deeper connections, better opportunities, and a stronger sense of belonging.

Salary : $17-18.50 / hr

Benefits (starting at 32 hrs / week) :

• Sign-on Bonus of $1,000
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(K) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Lunches / Dinners
• Nearby bus / train
• A community where you’re treated like family!

Duties and Responsibilities :

Our Care Partners are responsible for providing direct care including activities of daily living, therapeutic activities programs, and restorative programs.

Assistance is dependent upon physical and cognitive ability of resident.

• Assists residents in and out of bed and chair / wheelchair with the correct use of the transfer belt (gait belt) if required.
• Assists residents in bathing as assigned. Monitors hygiene.
• Assists in personal grooming of residents.
• Assists residents in using bathroom and perineal care.
• Takes and records vital signs of residents, e.g. temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate and records information as needed / requested.
• Assists residents to dining area for meals or provides meals in room as required. Records amount eaten by residents.
• 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.
• Assists in maintaining resident charts. Communicates all changes and unusual observation concerning residents physical and psychosocial functioning.
• Attends training courses and participates in other professional development activities as required.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant Certification is required.
• One (1) year of experience working as a Certified Nurse Assistant in assisted living, home care or nursing home experience.
• Experience with caring for those with dementia.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
• Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages, while maintaining an energetic and positive attitude.
• Must be able to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills required.

Skills :

• 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 solve practical problems.
• Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations.

Mental and Physical Requirements :

• Requires ability to stand for extended periods of time and walk short and long distances.
• Must be able to lift and / or carry objects in excess of 25 pounds.
• Requires significant amount of bending at the waist.
• Requires reaching above, below, and at shoulder length.
• Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations.
15 hours ago