Resident Assistant - PT

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC is seeking a part-time Resident Assistant to support residents with daily living activities and safety. You will assist with personal care, mobility, and social activities, while maintaining confidentiality and proper documentation.

The role requires CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days, and ability to lift and move residents as needed. The environment emphasizes teamwork and compassionate care for residents in Hershey, PA.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicable.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be organized and able to work with all levels of personnel.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or willing to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and push or carry 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed by supervisor.
• Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance or emergencies.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information and follow policies.
• Assist residents to and from dining rooms and activities; monitor attendance.
• Communicate resident status and upcoming appointments to the care team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Empathy

Patience

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Personal Care Aide (PCA) program completion

Job description

## Resident Assistant - PTApplylocations: Hershey, Pennsylvaniatime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-00404375 East Canal Street, Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033# 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 positionAssists residents with activities of daily livingPerform housekeeping duties, such as making resident beds, cleaning resident apartments, common areas, dining room, etc. as directed by supervisorRespond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alertsMust be able to remain calm and competent during emergenciesAssists in planning and conducting activity programs for residentsFollows confidentiality policies regarding release of resident informationAssists residents to and from the dining room, and to and from activitiesChecks on residents, ensures attendance at meals and activitiesChecks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns to appropriate individualsCommunicate verbally and in writing to report resident status, upcoming community information, resident appointments, admissions, and transfersAssists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional supportOther duties as assignedRequirements:Must have a High School Diploma or GEDMust have successfully completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations as applicableMust be able to effectively communicate verbally and in-writingMust be organized and able to work well with all levels of personnelMust be a contributing member of nursing team and follow instruction of supervisorMust be polite and considerate of residents, visitors, and co-workers at all timesMust be able to walk and stand for extended periods of timeMust be able to lift 50 lbs, and push or carry 25 lbsMust be able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanicsMust be in designated uniform during working hours, to include name badgeMust be CPR/First Aid certified, or be willing to become certified within 60 days of hireMust be able to represent the community in a positive and professional mannerMust attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetingsMust be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays