Community Assistant Jobs in Monroe, CT (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: CNA/RSA- Part time (Evening shifts - Weekend availability needed)
Location: Darien, CT 
Employment Type: Part-Time
Salary Range: Competitive
Department: Nursing 

About Us: Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.

Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider. We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment. As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant/RSA to become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Reports To:  Resident Services Director (SALSA)

Summary:  The Resident Services Associate/CNA provides service and care to each resident based on the individual resident’s service plan. 

Essential Functions: 

Job Duties: 

• Provide outstanding customer experience for residents and their loved ones as well as other visitors to the community.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene and mobility.
• Maintain an awareness of each resident’s general state of physical and mental health and report any changes at once to the Nursing Staff and/or Executive Director.
• Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid and arrange for appropriate medical follow-up.
• Assist residents in keeping apartments/units clean, neat and orderly.
• Answer calls for assistance and attend to resident needs promptly.
• Medication prompting as assigned.
• Assist residents with clothing and laundry needs.
• Assist with meal selection, service and feeding as assigned.
• Assist with activity program as assigned.
• Maintain records according to policy.
• Maintain files as needed.
• Complete monthly in-service education hours as required by state specific regulations.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Compliance & Safety 

• Follows emergency procedures.
• Understands the safety practices and procedures.

Communication 

• Communicates effectively with supervisor and other staff.
• Advise supervisor and appropriate manager in any changes in physical and mental health of resident immediately.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification 

• Current (State Specific) - Nurse’s Aide Registration
• Experience and passion in working with seniors
• Able to perform tasks which may be physically demanding such as pushing, bending and lifting up to 50lbs.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with residents, their families, peers and other staff members.
• In good physical and emotional health and free of communicable diseases.

 Physical Requirements 

• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push and pull and lift up to 50lbs  at times
• Physically able to stand for extended periods of time
• Could be required to use a Hoyer Lift

 Miscellaneous

• Required to work weekends and holidays as assigned, and in inclement weather as needed
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired
• May be required to work extended hours
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions
• Could be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents due to mental status
• Criminal background check required
• Could be asked to submit to random drug test during employment.

Why You'll Love working for Us:  

• Innovative Culture: We are a group of smart, forward-thinking and compassionate pros dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents through service excellence, creative and meaningful programs and continuous innovation.
• HEART: We recognize Humor, Empathy, Autonomy, Respect and Trust as core values that guide our work.
• Growth Opportunities: We promote and foster career development and continuous learning.
• Work-Life Balance: We value autonomy, flexibility and a family-friendly supportive workplace.
• Competitive Comp and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package, bonus, health insurance, 401K with match, paid time off, and more. Maplewood believes in rewarding top talent and dedication, depending upon years of experience and commitment to the company. Maplewood strives for transparency, reviewing pay periodically, to be the industry leader in recruiting talent like you!