Resident Assistant | FT 2nd shift

Harmony Senior Services; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Benefits package (fulltime & part-time

Career laddering

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services seeks a dedicated Resident Assistant/PCA in Douglasville, GA. You will provide front-line care, assist with daily activities, and support residents with meals, mobility, and social activities.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, completion of a PCA program, and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days. Must be capable of lifting and transferring residents with proper technique.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed an approved Personal Care Aide program as applicable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized and able to work with all levels of staff.
• Team-oriented and able to follow supervisor direction.
• Polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and coworkers.
• Able to walk/stand for extended periods.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and push/carry 25 lbs.
• Capable of safely lifting and transferring residents with proper body mechanics.
• Wear designated uniform with name badge during shifts.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or within 60 days of hire.
• Represent the community professionally.

Responsibilities

• Report incidents involving residents to appropriate individuals.
• Maintain knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to the position.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping in resident areas as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident calls and emergencies.
• Remain calm and competent during emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
• Follow confidentiality policies for resident information.
• Assist residents to and from dining and activities.
• Check attendance at meals and activities.
• Monitor residents' health and report concerns to appropriate staff.
• Communicate status and upcoming events to the team in writing.
• Assist new residents with move-in transition and provide emotional support.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Team player

Physical stamina

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Approved PCA program

Job description

4595 Timber Ridge Drive, Douglasville, Georgia 30135

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