Christian Health Care Center·North Haledon, New Jersey
Provide residents with assistance for routine daily non-nursing care needs and support Certified Nursing Assistants. Responsibilities include making beds, transporting residents, and assisting with meal tray distribution.
$17.00 2nd Shift Differential: $1.00 3rd Shift Differential: $1.00 Weekend differential: $2.00 About Christian Health:We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are. Why Join Our TeamJoin an award-winning workplace. Named one of NJBIZ’s 2026 Best Places to Work in New Jersey, Christian Health offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference. Across our twelve campuses, eleven communities, six service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us! We have an exciting opportunity for full-time Resident Assistant’s to support the Certified Nursing Assistant role by providing residents with assistance with routine daily, non-nursing care needs. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health. Selected candidates will be expected to complete the following during their first six months of employment: Attend Christian Health's on campus 90-hour CNA training course at NO COST. Receive full time pay while attending Christian Health's CNA training program. Transition to working as a Nursing Assistant in Training once you have completed 16 hours in Christian Health's CNA training program. Once certified candidates will be transferred to a Certified Nursing Assistant position.
None required. Christian Health/Windmere offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes: Discounted health insurance Dental Program Paid Vacation, Personal days, Holidays and New Jersey Sick leave 403(b) plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older Group Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Benefit plan Direct Deposit Gift shop on campus Free onsite parking on campus Free meals for all employees Pay differentials QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Have the ability to effectively communicate with residents, families and visitors. Makes beds and take out dirty linens. Covers the dining room for breakfast and lunch to assist with set up and pass meal trays. Transports residents to the beauty salon and back to the unit. Covers the wing or lounge areas when the Certified Nursing Assistant are on break. Min USD $17.00/Hr. Max USD $17.00/Hr.
No formal education is required, but candidates must be able to communicate effectively with residents and families. Selected candidates must complete a 90-hour CNA training course within their first six months.
Market context
Resident Assistant openings in New Jersey are often tied to long-term care and assisted living settings, where demand stays steady as facilities support older adults and residents needing daily assistance. This role is competitive because employers look for strong communication with residents and families, plus a willingness to complete CNA training within the first six months. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm the training timeline and ask how resident support duties are structured.
