Resident Assistant-PRN

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC is seeking a Part-timeResident Assistant/Personal Care Aide in State College, PA. You will assist residents with daily living activities and help maintain a clean, safe living environment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, completion of an approved PCA program, and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to certify within 60 days. Lifting requirements apply; weekend/holiday availability preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed an approved Personal Care Aide program per state regulations.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified, or willing to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and push or carry 25 lbs.
• Good communication with residents, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties in resident rooms and common areas.
• Respond promptly to resident calls and emergency alerts.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Provide emotional support during move-in transitions.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Communicate resident status, appointments, admissions, and transfers in writing.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Compassionate care

Observation skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Resident Assistant-PRNApply: State College, Pennsylvania: Part time: Posted Yesterday: JR-004505121 Havershire Boulevard, State College, Pennsylvania 16803# 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