Resident Assistants

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Hockessin (DE); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC in Hockessin, Delaware is seeking a Part-time Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide to provide quality care and assist residents with daily living activities. Responsibilities include helping with bathing, dressing, mobility, light housekeeping, responding to calls and emergencies, and supporting activity programs.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED and PCA program completion.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and push 25 lbs with proper body mechanics.
• Willing to obtain CPR/First Aid within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping in resident living areas.
• Respond promptly to calls and emergency alerts.
• Assist residents to dining and activities.
• Provide emotional support to new residents during move-in.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCA Program Certification

Job description

## Resident AssistantsApplylocations: Hockessin, Delawaretime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-003531621 McGovern Road, Hockessin, Delaware 19707# 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