Clare Bridge Caregiver
Brookdale, Vestal, NY, United States
Overview
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America\'s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us. You\'ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Part and full-time benefits eligibility is listed below. Base pay is in range and determined by applicant\'s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company\'s 401(k) program. Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year. The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsibilities
Provides dementia care including adapted ADL\'s, meaningful engagement and communication to residents following a person centered individual service plan. Treats residents with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence. Fosters a purposeful and engaging culture throughout the community.
Assists residents and provides input regarding the care plan and daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from programs and meals, supporting residents to be as independent as possible.
Participates in team behavioral expression meetings or discussions with community leadership.
Knows the residents\' Life Story, preferences, historical routines and interests.
Serves meals to residents in the dining room and may assist in preparing meals following preplanned dementia-friendly menus. Encourages proper diet and fluids while respecting residents\' right to free choice. Records and reports changes in eating habits to the supervisor.
Initiates and/or leads Daily Path engagement programs as described in the resident\'s Life Story, Solace program, or calendar. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned, spontaneous, individual or small group programs and to support friendships between residents.
Maintains residents\' records daily in accordance with company policy, including documentation related to medication distribution as applicable, engagement interests, incidents and observations, and changes in residents\' physical condition and/or behavior. Reports to the supervisor as needed.
Per state regulations, may assist residents with medication as defined in medication procedure. Follows physician orders and state laws to administer medications to residents who cannot self-administer their medications.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment; performs general housekeeping and laundry and other duties as assigned.
Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly to resident requests for assistance.
Monitors the location of each resident and notifies the supervisor if unable to locate a resident.
Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
Qualifications
Note: The following sections outline education, experience, and other requirements.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three to six months related experience preferred and/or training in direct service with older adults living with dementia, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Refer to specific state regulations for qualifications required to assist with medications and direct care duties. Knowledge of dementia, particularly Alzheimer\'s type.
Certifications, Licenses, And Other Special Requirements
In accordance with state law, may need to possess current state certification and follow regulations to maintain current certification.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds
Vision
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
On-Call on an as needed basis
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
Exposure to latex
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infections, or biological hazards
Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
Requires Travel: occasionally
Knowledge And Skills
Has a basic level of skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization to answer basic questions. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively in English with residents, family members and other associates of the company. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and seeks assistance when needed.
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
About Us
Brookdale is a Great Place to Be
Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
Industry leader in clinical care.
Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
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Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America\'s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us. You\'ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Part and full-time benefits eligibility is listed below. Base pay is in range and determined by applicant\'s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company\'s 401(k) program. Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year. The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsibilities
Provides dementia care including adapted ADL\'s, meaningful engagement and communication to residents following a person centered individual service plan. Treats residents with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence. Fosters a purposeful and engaging culture throughout the community.
Assists residents and provides input regarding the care plan and daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from programs and meals, supporting residents to be as independent as possible.
Participates in team behavioral expression meetings or discussions with community leadership.
Knows the residents\' Life Story, preferences, historical routines and interests.
Serves meals to residents in the dining room and may assist in preparing meals following preplanned dementia-friendly menus. Encourages proper diet and fluids while respecting residents\' right to free choice. Records and reports changes in eating habits to the supervisor.
Initiates and/or leads Daily Path engagement programs as described in the resident\'s Life Story, Solace program, or calendar. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned, spontaneous, individual or small group programs and to support friendships between residents.
Maintains residents\' records daily in accordance with company policy, including documentation related to medication distribution as applicable, engagement interests, incidents and observations, and changes in residents\' physical condition and/or behavior. Reports to the supervisor as needed.
Per state regulations, may assist residents with medication as defined in medication procedure. Follows physician orders and state laws to administer medications to residents who cannot self-administer their medications.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment; performs general housekeeping and laundry and other duties as assigned.
Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly to resident requests for assistance.
Monitors the location of each resident and notifies the supervisor if unable to locate a resident.
Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
Qualifications
Note: The following sections outline education, experience, and other requirements.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three to six months related experience preferred and/or training in direct service with older adults living with dementia, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Refer to specific state regulations for qualifications required to assist with medications and direct care duties. Knowledge of dementia, particularly Alzheimer\'s type.
Certifications, Licenses, And Other Special Requirements
In accordance with state law, may need to possess current state certification and follow regulations to maintain current certification.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds
Vision
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
On-Call on an as needed basis
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
Exposure to latex
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infections, or biological hazards
Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
Requires Travel: occasionally
Knowledge And Skills
Has a basic level of skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization to answer basic questions. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively in English with residents, family members and other associates of the company. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and seeks assistance when needed.
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
About Us
Brookdale is a Great Place to Be
Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
Industry leader in clinical care.
Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
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