Resident Assistants | Full Time

Harmony Senior Services, LLC; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services, LLC in Chesapeake, Virginia, is hiring Resident Assistants to provide quality care and assist residents with activities of daily living, meals, mobility, and personal care. The role emphasizes compassionate support, prompt response to calls and emergencies, and strict adherence to privacy policies.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and complete approved personal care aide training as required by state regulations; CPR/First Aid certification preferred or

Qualifications

• Must communicate verbally and in writing effectively.
• Be organized and work well with all levels of staff.
• Be polite and considerate of residents, visitors and coworkers.
• Able to walk/stand for extended periods and lift requirements as stated.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas.
• Respond promptly to resident calls and emergency alerts.
• Assist in planning and conducting activity programs for residents.
• Follow confidentiality policies regarding resident information.
• Assist residents with dining room transitions and mobility to activities.
• Report resident status and concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Support move-in transitions and provide emotional support to new residents.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organization

Politeness and empathy

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Resident Assistants | Full Time# Careers Home## Resident Assistants | Full TimeApply: Chesapeake, Virginia: Full time: Posted Today: JR-005182301 Clearfield Avenue, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320# 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 holidaysWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.