Resident Assistant - Full Time

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Roanoke, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC is seeking a Resident Assistant/PCA in Roanoke, Virginia. The role supports residents with daily living activities and helps with meals, mobility, and mobility transfers, while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of a state-approved Personal Care Aide program, and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days. Weekend and holiday availability is needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must complete approved Personal Care Aide program per state regulations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods; lift 50 lbs and push/carry 25 lbs.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays; flexible schedule.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow policies.
• Represent the community in a positive and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties: beds, rooms, common areas, dining room as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident calls and emergency alerts.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Assist residents with move‑in transition and provide emotional support.
• Check resident status, meals, attendance at activities, and report concerns.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Team player

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Personal Care Aide program completion

Job description

## Resident Assistant - Full TimeApply: Roanoke, Virginia: Full time: Posted Today: JR-0045104414 Pheasant Ridge Road, Roanoke, Virginia 24014# 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 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