CNA/PCA | Part Time | 7a-3p Memory Care

Harmony Senior Services; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits

Training, Development & Career Ladderi

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Suffolk, VA seeks a compassionate Personal Care Aide to assist residents with daily living activities and daily routines. You will help with mobility, meals, housekeeping, and responding to calls and emergencies, while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of an approved personal care aide program. CPR/First Aid certification is required or obtainable within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Approved personal care aide program completion per state regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Able to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and push/carry 25 lbs.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or willing to obtain within 60 days.
• Polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and coworkers.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties in resident apartments, common areas, and dining rooms as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance or emergencies.
• Remain calm and competent during emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
• Follow confidentiality policies for resident information.
• Assist residents to dining room and activities, and check attendance and meals.
• Report resident status and concerns to appropriate individuals.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Mobility/physical stamina

Follow instructions

CPR/First Aid certified

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Personal Care Aide program completion

Job description

5871 Harbour View Boulevard, Suffolk, Virginia 23435

Job Description

• Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues, to appropriate individuals (ex: HCD, RN/LPN, or ED)\
• Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position
• Assists residents with activities of daily living
• Perform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisor
• Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts
• Must be able to remain calm and competent during emergencies
• Assists in planning and conducting activity programs for residents
• Follows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information
• Assists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activities
• Checks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activities
• Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individuals
• Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfers
• Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must have successfully completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writing
• Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel
• Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisor
• Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all times
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbs
• Must be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics
• Must be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badge
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hire
• Must be able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner
• Must attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays

Pay Range: $16/hr - $17.50/hr

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling