Resident Assistants | Full Time

Harmony Senior Services•Chesapeake, VA

16h•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 supporting residents with daily routines, housekeeping, activities, meals, appointments, admissions, transfers, and move-in transitions. The Resident Assistant responds to calls and emergency alerts, monitors residents’ well-being, and reports incidents, changes in status, or concerns to appropriate personnel. The position requires maintaining confidentiality, following community policies and supervisor instructions, communicating effectively, and representing the community professionally.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Report resident incidents, care concerns, and 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 housekeeping duties as directed, 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 activity programs for residents.
Follow confidentiality policies regarding the 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.
Support new residents during the move-in transition, including providing emotional support.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Attend and complete required in-services and staff meetings.