Resident Assistant | Part-Time

Harmony Senior Services; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits

Training, Development & Career Ladder.

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Charleston, SC is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Aide to assist residents with daily living activities and mobility. You will follow policies, maintain confidentiality, and support a safe, welcoming living environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of a state-approved personal care aide program, good communication, and physical stamina. Training and a clear schedule, including weekends and holidays, are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State-approved personal care aide program completion required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Organized and able to work with all levels of staff.
• Contribute to nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
• Polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Report resident incidents and care concerns to the appropriate staff (e.g., HCD, RN/LPN, ED).
• Maintain knowledge of all relevant policies and procedures.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties in resident rooms and common areas as directed.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance or emergencies.
• Remain calm and competent during emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
• Follow confidentiality policies for resident information.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

CPR/First Aid

Flexibility

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

1925 Essex Farms Drive, Charleston, South Carolina 29414

Job Description

• 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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling