Resident Assistant or CNA | Full-Time

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC in Columbia, SC is seeking a Resident Assistant or CNA to provide quality care and assistance with daily living activities to residents of the community. You will support residents with meals, mobility, hygiene, and routine tasks while ensuring safety and dignity.

Responsibilities include documenting resident status, reporting concerns, and assisting with activity participation. Weekend and holiday availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed an approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed (beds, apartments, common areas).
• Respond promptly to calls for assistance or emergency alerts.
• Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
• Communicate resident status and information to the nursing team.
• Assist new residents with move-in and provide emotional support.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Approved personal care aide program completion

Job description

## Resident Assistant or CNA | Full-TimeApplylocations: Columbia, South Carolinatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-0040262232 Clemson Road, Columbia, South Carolina 29229# 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