Personal Care Aide / 3p-11p Shift

Harmony Senior Services; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Benefits package (full & part-time)

Career development

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Mechanicsburg, PA, is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Aide to support residents with daily living activities, mobility, and emotional care. You will assist with meals, routines, and transportation to activities, while maintaining safety and dignity for each resident.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, reporting health concerns, and coordinating with nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Must have completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
• Must follow instructions from supervisor and be a contributing team member.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or must obtain within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Provide emotional support during move-in transitions.
• Assist residents to and from dining room and activities.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information as per policies.
• Document resident status and upcoming appointments in writing.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Lift 50 lbs

Mobility & stamina

CPR/First Aid certified

Education

High school diploma or GED

Personal Care Aide program completion

Job description

1910 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania 17050

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

Why Harmony?

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