Resident Assistants

Harmony Senior Services; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Benefits packages

Referral incentives

Career development

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Telehealth

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is seeking a Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) to provide quality care and assist residents with daily living activities at our Newark, DE community.

You will report incidents, follow policies, assist with meals, activities, mobility, and emergencies, and participate in care planning. A high school diploma or GED and completion of a PCA program are required; willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid within 60 days is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have completed an approved Personal Care Aide program per state regulations.
• Good communication, both verbal and written.
• Organized and able to work with all staff levels.
• CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Assist residents with meals, mobility, and personal tasks.
• Respond to resident calls and emergencies promptly.
• Follow confidentiality policies for resident information.
• Participate in activity planning and resident programs.
• Support move‑in transitions and provide emotional support.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organization

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Mobility assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCA program completion

Job description

2530 Old County Road, Newark, Delaware 19702

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
• Employee Referral Bonus + Incentives (free meals, movie tickets, dining, automotive deals, retail discounts, finance/legal, consulting, electronics, and more!)
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work‑life balance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Telehealth + Flex Spending + Health Savings Account Options