Resident Assistants | Full Time

Hanover IL Operations LLC; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits

Training, Development & Career Ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony invites applications for a Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) at our Chester, VA community. You will provide quality care and assist residents with activities of daily living, mobility, meals, and social activities.

The role requires compassionate communication, teamwork with the nursing staff, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, CPR/First Aid certification eligibility, and a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or GED.
• Must have completed approved personal care aide program per state regulations.
• Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to work well with all levels of staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed.
• Respond to resident calls and emergencies.
• Plan and conduct activity programs for residents.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Assist residents with move-in transitions and provide emotional support.
• Engage residents during meals and activities.
• Report resident status and changes to relevant staff.
• Follow policies and procedures at all times.
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Patient care

Physical stamina

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Personal Care Aide program certification

Job description

6701 Ironbridge Parkway, Chester, Virginia 23831

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
• Assist 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

Pay range $15.50 - $18.50 hourly / Negotiable with experience.

Why Harmony?

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