CNA or HHA - Overnight Shift

Job Description

The ARBORS at CHICOPEE is a family owned and operated assisted living community conveniently located on Memorial Drive in Chicopee, MA.

We are seeking kind, compassionate and reliable employees to join our team in the position of RESIDENT CARE AIDE.

You MUST have a valid C.N.A. license or HHA certificate.

Hours Available:

7:00am to 3:30pm 24 Hours per week

3:00pm to 11:30pm 24 Hours per week

3:00pm to 9:00pm 24 and 18 Hours per week

11:00pm to 7:00am 24-32 Hours.

Benefits

PTO

Health and Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Health Care FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Paid Holidays/Floating Holiday

Pet Health Insurance Programs

Employee Assistance Plans

Retirement Account Assistance

Employee Appreciation Programs

Responsibilities:

Report to the Resident Care Director and Wellness Nurse

Provide personal care services for residents in a professional, caring, and efficient manner and in accordance with state guidelines

Document all care appropriately

Review and prepare shift change logs at the beginning and end of each shift, as well as orally summarize pertinent information for aides coming on duty

Inform a licensed nurse of any changes in the resident’s condition or needs

Answer emergency call system and respond appropriately

Report all incidents to a licensed nurse and in-coming staff

Follow proper procedures for the Self-Administered Medication Management system

Assess capabilities to determine needs for additional assistance

Assist with housekeeping duties, including resident laundry according to schedule or as needed.

Perform dining room duties and assist with the serving of residents

Assist relatives, guests, and visitors, as needed

Assist with activities programs

Maintain a positive, professional calm, image, and environment

Take a team approach to performing duties

Complete all required annual in-service training

Adhere to all OSHA regulations and safety procedures when bending, lifting, and using equipment

Requirements:

Must be currently certified as a nursing assistant or have successfully completed the certified home health aide program.

Must understand the physical and emotional needs of elders, enjoy working with them, show understanding and patience and perform duties required to enhance the resident’s environment and quality of life.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Full-time