CNA/PCA

Starting at $18.50/hour. Sign-on bonus may be available to qualified applicants.

About the role

Provides personal care to residents according to written service plans. At Wingate Living, we're more than just senior living—we're builders of lifestyles, friendships, and communities you'll be proud to be part of. As a family-owned company with over 30 years of experience throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we offer a unique blend of healthcare and hospitality through a full continuum of premier services.

Responsibilities

• Review the logbook and assignment sheets for updates at the start of each shift.
• Assure that residents are neat, clean, and properly clothed.
• Assist with bathroom and hygiene needs.
• Tidy apartment and proactively assess potential safety concerns.
• Proactively assess potential safety concerns in common areas of the building and report to appropriate parties when needed.
• Transport residents to and from activities and dining.
• Provide SAMM assistance within the allotted time frame (if applicable).
• Provide accurate documentation, including SAMM timely (if applicable).
• Give a verbal report of shift change to the following shift.
• Mealtime duties:
  • Make morning coffee and serve breakfast as residents are ready.
  • Serve lunch and dinner.
  • Assist with setting tables.
  • Encourage residents to take part in mealtimes.
  • Assist residents with plate and utensil orientation.
  • Clean up, load, and empty dishwasher; clean and disinfect tables and counters.
  • Launder napkins and dish towels.
• Provide one-on-one support when needed to engage residents in activities or provide a quiet space to calm residents when required.
• Facilitate and assist with activity programming.
• Apply an excellent customer service approach in all aspects of the job.
• Work with residents and families to develop and implement strategies that promote person-centered care.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Certification as a CNA or Home Health Aide in the state of work.
• One year's experience in an elder care setting preferred.

Pay

Starting at $18.50/hour.

Schedule

Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem. All shifts available.