Resident Assistant/Caregiver

Harmony Senior Services; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k & benefits packages

Training & career laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is seeking a Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide to provide quality care and daily living assistance to residents at our Winston-Salem community. You will respond to requests for help, help with activities of daily living, and support residents during meals and activities.

The role requires a valid high school diploma or GED, completion of a state-approved PCA program, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must have completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Must be organized and able to work with all levels of personnel.
• Must be a contributing member of nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
• Must be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties in resident areas as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance or emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Follow confidentiality policies regarding resident information.
• Assist residents during meals and activities and monitor attendance.
• Report resident status and concerns to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organized

CPR/First Aid certification

Team player

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCA program completion

Job description

526 Brookberry Heights Cg, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27106

Job Description

The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community.

• 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