Resident Assistant | FT | 7:00pm - 7:00am

Harmony Senior Services•Bridgeport, WV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assistant/Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides quality care and assistance with activities of daily living to residents of the community. The role includes responding to resident calls and emergency alerts, checking on residents and reporting concerns, helping residents attend meals and activities, and supporting new residents during move-in. The Resident Assistant also performs assigned housekeeping duties, helps plan and conduct activity programs, communicates resident and community information, and follows confidentiality policies. The position requires maintaining knowledge of applicable policies and procedures and completing required in-services and staff meetings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of an approved personal care aide program, as applicable under state regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Organized and able to work well with all levels of personnel.
Able to contribute as a member of the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
Polite and considerate toward residents, visitors, and co-workers.
Able to walk and stand for extended periods.
Able to lift 50 pounds and push or carry 25 pounds.
Able to safely lift and transfer residents while maintaining proper body mechanics.
Wear the designated uniform, including a name badge, during working hours.
CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
Able to represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
Willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Report resident incidents, care concerns, or other issues to appropriate individuals, such as the HCD, RN/LPN, or ED.
Maintain working knowledge of policies and procedures pertaining to the position.
Assist residents with activities of daily living.
Perform assigned housekeeping duties, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments, common areas, and the dining room.
Respond promptly to resident calls for assistance and emergency alerts, remaining calm and competent during emergencies.
Assist in planning and conducting resident activity programs.
Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information.
Assist residents to and from the dining room and activities.
Check on residents and ensure attendance at meals and activities.
Check on ill residents and report their status or concerns to appropriate individuals.
Communicate verbally and in writing about resident status, community information, appointments, admissions, and transfers.
Assist new residents with their move-in transition by providing emotional support.
Attend and complete required in-services and staff meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.