Resident Assistants

Harmony Senior Services; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k benefits

Training & career laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in State College, PA is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Aide to support residents with daily living activities, safety, and dignity. You will follow all policies, communicate clearly in writing and verbally, and collaborate with the nursing team to maintain high care standards.

Responsibilities include assisting residents with ADLs, mobility, meals, and transport to activities, reporting concerns promptly, and participating in in‑service training and staff meetings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or obtained within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and mobility.
• Perform housekeeping duties and maintain clean resident areas.
• Respond promptly to resident calls and emergency alerts.
• Follow confidentiality policies and report status to appropriate personnel.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Communicate verbally and in writing about resident status and appointments.
• Provide support during move-in transitions and maintain professional demeanor.
• Work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Verbal/written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCA training program

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

121 Havershire Boulevard, State College, Pennsylvania 16803

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

Why Harmony?

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