Resident Assistant | Full-Time

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC is seeking a Resident Assistant/PCA to provide quality care and assist residents with activities of daily living, housekeeping, and dining room duties, as directed by supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of a state-approved PCA program, clear communication, the ability to lift 50 pounds, CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days, and a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed approved Personal Care Aide program per state regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication is required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and assist with transfers safely.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties in residents' rooms, common areas, and dining room.
• Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly.
• Plan and conduct activity programs for residents.
• Assist new residents with move-in transition and provide emotional support.
• Report incidents and resident status to appropriate staff.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

First Aid/CPR readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

# 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