Personal Care Aide (CNA or HHA)

Livingston Place at Southern Ave Assisted Living; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

Gilbane University training

Job summary

Livingston Place Assisted Living in Washington, DC is seeking compassionate Personal Care Aides to join our team. The role focuses on delivering high-quality care that preserves residents' comfort, dignity, and independence, with shifts including evenings and overnights.

Ideal candidates have a High school diploma, a CNA or Home Health Certification in DC, CPR/First Aid, and English proficiency. Compensation ranges from $43,680 to $47,840 annually plus benefits, retirement program, and Gilbane

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1 year of relevant care experience preferred.
• CNA or Home Health Certification from Washington DC.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with all care needs as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Notify nurse on duty or directors of changes in resident condition.
• Assist in dining room during meals: setup, orders, service, clearing.
• Help residents attend scheduled activities and appointments.
• Assist with getting residents to lobby for appointments.
• Report changes to licensed staff immediately.
• Take and record vital signs and weights.
• Assist with lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Attend mandatory in-services and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma

CNA/Home Health Certification (DC)

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Livingston Place Assisted Living is committed to providing affordable, personalized care to aging and disabled residents of Washington, DC. The community is managed by Calvary Street Management, a subsidiary of Gilbane Development Company.

Livingston Place Assisted Living is currently seeking compassionate, professional, and experienced full-time or part-time Personal Care Aides to join our team. In this role, Personal Care Aides are responsible for delivering high-quality care and support, ensuring each resident’s comfort, dignity, and overall well-being. Ideal candidates demonstrate kindness, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

This position requires a strong understanding of, and commitment to, the principles and values of our community. Successful candidates will have a caring nature, a respectful approach, and a genuine willingness to support and care for elderly residents.

Current openings include: (Part Time or Full Time availability)

• Evening Shifts (3:30 P - 11 P)
• Overnight Shifts (11 P - 7:30 A)

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assists with all of the care needs a resident might require
• Maintains confidentiality of resident and fellow employee’s information
• Notifies the nurse on duty, Director of Nursing, or Executive Director of resident changes of condition.
• Assists in the dining room during meal times including, but not limited to, set up, take meal/beverage orders, serve, bus tables
• Assists with activities when required and/or be responsible for getting the residents to scheduled activities
• Responsible for getting residents ready and to the lobby for scheduled appointments
• Will be aware of what constitutes a change of condition and report to Licensed Nurse, Assistant Director of Nursing and/or Director of Nursing immediately
• Capable of taking accurate vital signs and weights
• Capable of assisting in-care needs of residents, which might include lifting requirements up to 40 pounds
• Keeps current on First Aid/CPR
• Attend and participate in the scheduled mandatory in-services and other scheduled meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or any other management staff

Minimum Requirements

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• High school degree
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred
• Current CNA or Home Health Certification from Washington DC
• Valid and current CPR/First Aid certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficiency in English required
• Has familiarity and willingness to work with the elderly population

Pay Transparency:

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Washington, DC this ranges from $43,680.00-$47,840.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.