C.N.A Engagement Specialist
Part-timeSaratoga Springs, NYFull-time / Part-time$21.25–23.93/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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The Engagement Specialist supports residents’ self-care participation, psychosocial well-being, and quality of life through person-centered interventions based on individual histories and lifestyles. The role works with Memory Care Program staff and an interdisciplinary team, assists with behavioral health profiles and activities, and provides ADL care as needed. A current New York State C.N.A. certification is required; dementia-population experience is preferred.
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$21.25 - $23.93 / hr
Engagement Specialist – C.N.A
Full Time and Part Time Opportunities
Day Shift
Everything we do at The Wesley Community is guided by our Core Values which form the acronym "CARES". These Core Values are COMPASSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE and SPIRIT. It's more than a job: it's caring that starts in the heart.
What will I do as an Engagement Specialist with The Wesley Community?
The role of the Engagement Specialist is to support each resident’s optimal level of selfcare participation, psychosocial well-being and quality of life through person-centered intervention built on each individual’s personal history and lifestyle.
Additional responsibilities required include:
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Work cooperatively with the Memory Care Program staff and interdisciplinary team to develop and maintain a safe, comfortable, familiar and homelike environment.
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Assist in completion of behavioral health profile through ongoing conversation with the resident and family.
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Assist in developing and implementing ADL, self-care and life skill activities individually and in small groups.
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Assists residents with ADL care as needed.
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Assists daily in the Community Workshop both individually and in groups.
Requirements:
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Current New York State C.N.A Certification.
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3-5 years’ experience with dementia population preferred.
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Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff and public.
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Must have compassion for and desire to work with residents who have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia.
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Excellent and proven customer service skills with referral sources required.
The Wesley Community strives to have its employees be a part of a culture of excellence and to enjoy their work. Our team is also committed to making sure our employees are rewarded for superior effort and performance and get a chance to have fun as part of their employment experience at The Wesley Community.
We offer competitive and team-focused Employee Benefits to include:
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Competitive pay
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A full benefits package
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Paid Time off- PTO
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Paid Holidays
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Flexible scheduling options
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Weekly Pay Periods and Daily Pay Option
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A 401K retirement plan
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Tuition assistance and scholarships
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Opportunities for growth and development
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A caring and supportive teamwork environment
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Perks such as self-care support and EAP
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A fun work environment including theme weeks, recognition events, and opportunities for staff involvement
About the Wesley Community:
For over 50 years, The Wesley Community has provided services and programs with a commitment to compassion, caring and excellence. Our distinctive continuum of care offers a unique balance of community living and care giving that ensures quality of life at every stage of life.
We are a mission driven, not-for-profit organization that puts people first. We are proud of our reputation for excellence, innovation, and a personal approach to care and services. We encourage and support our residents in their efforts to achieve their goals, and we treat them respectfully.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,378 open Certified Nursing Assistant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$21.25–23.93/hr
- New York median$19–23/hr49 hourly ranges
- US median$17–20/hr879 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $22.59/hr, is 4% above the New York median midpoint ($22/hr) — in the middle half of Certified Nursing Assistant hourly ranges in New York.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 55 open Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in New York and 1,378 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in New York
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- Experience
- Certified Nursing Assistant postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (235 postings).
- Education
- 1 of the 1,378 open Certified Nursing Assistant jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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