Resident Assistant | PRN

Harmony Senior Services•Douglasville, GA

1d•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 reporting resident incidents and care concerns to appropriate individuals, following position-related policies and procedures, responding to resident calls and emergency alerts, and helping residents participate in meals and activities. The Resident Assistant also performs housekeeping duties, communicates resident updates, supports new residents during move-in, and assists with activity programs. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of an approved personal care aide program, as applicable under state regulations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Organization and ability to work well with all levels of personnel.
Ability to contribute to the nursing team and follow supervisor instructions.
Polite and considerate conduct toward residents, visitors, and coworkers.
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.
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified within 60 days of hire.
Ability to represent the community in a positive and professional manner.
Attend and complete all required in-services and staff meetings.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Provide residents with quality care and assistance with activities of daily living.
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.
Perform housekeeping duties, including making beds and cleaning resident apartments, common areas, and the dining room as directed.
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 their 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 the move-in transition and provide emotional support.
Complete other duties as assigned.