Established in 1912, the Jewish Home of CNY evolved from a small rooming house in downtown Syracuse to become the 36-acre campus in DeWitt known as Menorah Park. If you’re looking to be a part of a friendly team that delivers quality care in a safe, quiet, neighborhood setting, Menorah Park might the right place for you.

$14.00 TO $14.25

FULL TIME (33 hours a week) or Part Time (26 hours a week)

Hours available: 7:00am to 2:00pm or 3:00pm to 10:00pm.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK EVERY OTHER WEEKEND.

MUST HAVE FIRST DOSE OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE.

MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE SHOT RECORDS AND PROOF OF A PHYSICAL WITHIN THE LAST YEAR.

FUNCTION:

The Resident Helper is responsible for non-nursing tasks related to the comfort, safety and well-being of residents of the Jewish Home. These tasks are primarily accomplished on an assigned nursing unit.

Note: The resident helper may float where there is need, as directed by immediate supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Makes unoccupied beds;

2. Assures call bells on beds are within reach of the resident;

3. Checks resident’s supplies, assures adequate amount and correct labeling for the specific resident. Replaces supplies as needed;

4. Provides fingernail care to assigned residents (Excluding cutting)

5. Combs/brushes resident’s hair;

6. Assures proper covering of residents when OOB;

7. Transports residents to Therapies, Activities, Beauty Shop and visitations.

8. Transports residents to assigned seating in the dining room. Applies bibs, passes water and assists with tray passing and set up for the resident;

9. Assists with washing of faces, hands and trays after meal is completed;

10. Distributes and records nourishments and extra fluids to assigned residents;

11. Assists in providing in-between meal snacks to identified residents;

12. Makes room rounds to ensure neatness and tidiness;

13. Checks resident’s clothing for stains and need for repairs and reports those finding to the Unit Manager;

14. Cleans equipment daily, including: top of treatment cart, tube feeding pump & pole, suction machine, wheelchairs, geri-loungers, geri-chairs, C-tub and chair & shower area daily at the end of the shift;

15. Completes special tasks as assigned on the Unit:

• Cleans nourishment kitchen

• Checks refrigerator for spills & dating of all refrigerated juices

16. Assists with new admissions, transfers and discharges (packing and unpacking resident’s clothing and personal items;

17. Other assignments as directed by supervisor;

REQUIREMENTS:

MUST HAVE SOME ELDER CARE NURSING EXPERIENCE.

1. Must be able to read and write English and comprehend simple oral and written instructions.

2. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.; pull/push up to 250lbs.

3. Must be able to learn: the economical use of detergents, waxes and other supplies; the proper and safe usage of machines and equipment; the proper methods and procedures for cleaning; and the layout of The Home.

4. Must have Wheel Chair Safety training.

5. Must have reliable transportation.

6. Full time has two days off per week. Will be required to rotate weekends in accordance with the established work schedule.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand, walk, stoop, crouch, bend, lift, and climb stairs most of the working day.

Must be able to take care of equipment and supplies.

Maintain a neat and clean appearance with no heavy odors and proper footwear.

Must meet the approved minimal physical and medical standards of the institution.

May be exposed to disease and infection when entering contaminated area.'
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Work Remotely

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