Resident Assistant | Full time

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k benefits

Training & development

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services seeks a Resident Assistant/PCA to provide compassionate daily care to residents in a community setting. You will assist with everyday activities, mobility, and meals while supporting safety and confidentiality.

A PCA program completion and a High School diploma are required, with CPR/First Aid certification preferred. The role supports a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be organized and able to work with all levels of staff.
• Must be a contributing member of the nursing team.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods; lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents.
• Report incidents and care concerns to appropriate individuals.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Perform housekeeping duties in resident areas as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance or emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Assist new residents with move-in transitions and provide emotional support.
• Attend required in-services and staff meetings.
• Maintain a professional and positive representation of the community.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCA program completion

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

2025 White Oaks Boulevard, Bridgeport, West Virginia 26330

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