Resident Assistant/CNA - Full Time

Harmony Senior Services; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Benefits packages (full-time & part-??

Career laddering

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in State College, PA, seeks a Resident Assistant/PCA to provide daily living assistance to residents. You will help with activities of daily living, housekeeping, and responding to calls while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

You must possess a high school diploma or GED and have completed a state-approved PCA program, with CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days. Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed an approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be organized and able to work with all levels of staff.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping and maintain resident apartments and common areas.
• Respond promptly to resident calls and emergency alerts.
• Assist with move-in transitions and planning activities.
• Follow confidentiality policies and communicate resident status to staff.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Organized

CPR/First Aid

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Approved personal care aide program

Job description

121 Havershire Boulevard, State College, Pennsylvania 16803Job DescriptionThe 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 positionAssists residents with activities of daily livingPerform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisorRespond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alertsMust be able to remain calm and competent during emergenciesAssists in planning and conducting activity programs for residentsFollows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident informationAssists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activitiesChecks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activitiesChecks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individualsCommunicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfersAssists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional supportOther duties as assignedRequirements:Must have a High School Diploma or GEDMust have successfully completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicableMust be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writingMust be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnelMust be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisorMust be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all timesMust be able to walk and stand for extended periods of timeMust be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbsMust be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanicsMust be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badgeMust be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hireMust be able to represent the community in a positive and professional mannerMust attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetingsMust be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidaysWe 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 PackagesTraining, Development & Career LadderingGreat work-life balanceFlexible Scheduling