Resident Assistant or CNA - Full Time - 3P - 11P

Harmony Senior Services; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Training & Career Laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Roanoke, Virginia seeks a dedicated Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide to provide quality care to residents. Duties include assisting with ADLs, housekeeping, and responding to emergency calls.

Must maintain policies and confidentiality while supporting activity programs and move-in transitions. Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED and completed PCA program, with strong communication skills and team orientation.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed approved Personal Care Aide program per state regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Organized and able to work with all levels of personnel.
• Team player who follows supervisor instructions.
• Polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Report incidents and care concerns to appropriate staff.
• Follow policies and procedures.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties in resident areas as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident calls and emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Assist with move-in transition and provide emotional support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Caregiving

Teamwork

Mobility assistance

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Personal Care Aide program completion

Job description

4414 Pheasant Ridge Road, Roanoke, Virginia 24014

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