Resident Assistant - FT-1

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC in Memphis, TN is hiring a Resident Assistant (FT) to provide quality care and assist residents with activities of daily living, housekeeping, and mobility assistance. You will respond to calls, plan activities, follow confidentiality policies, and support new resident move-ins while maintaining professionalism and teamwork.

A high school diploma or GED plus approved PCA program is required; CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days,

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and assist residents safely.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Confidentiality policies must be followed.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties in resident areas and common spaces.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergencies.
• Assist residents with move-in transitions and provide emotional support.
• Communicate resident status, appointments, admissions, and transfers to appropriate staff.

Skills

Verbal and Written Communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Personal Care Aide program certification

Job description

## Resident Assistant - FT-1Apply: Memphis, Tennessee: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-0044409525 US Highway 64, Memphis, Tennessee 38002# Job 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 holidays