Resident Care & Activity Assistant | Flexible Scheduling

State College Operations LLC; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k benefits

Career laddering

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in State College, Pennsylvania, is seeking a dedicated Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) to provide quality care and assist residents with daily living activities in our comfort-focused senior living community.

You will support residents with mobility, meals, and personal care, follow policies, participate in activity planning, and collaborate with the nursing team to ensure safety, dignity, and well-being for all residents we serve.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Reports incidents involving residents to include care concerns or issues to appropriate individuals.
• Must maintain a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Perform housekeeping duties as directed by supervisor.
• Respond promptly to all resident calls for assistance or emergency alerts.
• 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 activities.
• Checks on residents, ensures meals and attendance.
• Checks on residents who are ill and reports status or concerns.
• Communicate verbally and in writing to report resident status and appointments.
• Assists new residents with move-in transition: provide emotional support.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Customer service oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Approved PCA program completion (state regulations)

Job description

Harmony Senior Services in State College, Pennsylvania, is seeking a dedicated Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) to provide quality care and assist residents with daily living activities in our comfort-focused senior living community.

You will support residents with mobility, meals, and personal care, follow policies, participate in activity planning, and collaborate with the nursing team to ensure safety, dignity, and well-being for all residents we serve.