An initiative of Pennsylvania Health Care Association
If you have a deep desire to serve others, there are many career opportunities available to you in community care.
An Activity Assistant coordinates the activity program to meet the needs, interests and capabilities of the residents.
The Activity Director is responsible for directing the development, implementation, supervision and ongoing evaluation of the activities program
The Administrator oversees daily operations of the skilled nursing facility, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality resident care, staff engagement, and effective program and census management.
The Business Office Manager handles finances, records, staff, and family support in long-term care.
The Admissions Director manages resident care from admission to discharge and builds relationships with families, staff, and referral sources.
A Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) provides essential daily care—such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and taking vital signs—playing a crucial, hands-on role in supporting residents’ comfort and well-being in long-term care.
A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential bedside care, administers medications, and supports residents’ daily health needs under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians.
A Registered Nurse (RN) coordinates and oversees patient care, administering treatments, managing care plans, and leading healthcare teams to ensure residents receive comprehensive, high-quality support.
An MDS Coordinator oversees the assessment and documentation process for residents, ensuring accurate care plans, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement for long-term care facilities.
A Charge Nurse supervises nursing staff, coordinates daily care activities, and ensures quality standards and resident needs are met through effective leadership and clinical oversight.
A Staff Development Coordinator plans, implements, and evaluates educational programs to ensure nursing staff are well-trained, competent, and compliant with clinical and regulatory standards.
An Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing in managing clinical operations, supervising staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant resident care.
The Director of Nursing (DON) oversees all clinical operations, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective leadership of the nursing team within the facility.
The Quality Assurance (QA) Nurse improves care procedures, ensures compliance with evolving regulations, and supports policy development, training, and quality standards across one or more facilities.
A Social Services Designee supports residents’ emotional and social well-being under the direction of a licensed social worker, helping coordinate care and family communication.
A Social Worker provides counseling, advocacy, and resource coordination to address residents’ emotional, social, and practical needs in long-term care.
A Social Services Director manages the social services department, ensuring residents’ psychosocial needs are met through effective programs, staff leadership, and regulatory compliance.
A Housekeeping staff member maintains a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors throughout the facility.
A Laundry staff member ensures residents’ clothing and linens are properly cleaned, sanitized, and returned promptly to maintain comfort and hygiene.
A Maintenance worker performs repairs, upkeep, and safety checks to ensure the facility’s equipment, systems, and grounds remain in excellent condition.
A Cook prepares nutritious, appealing meals that meet residents’ dietary needs and comply with health and safety standards.
A Dietary Aide assists with meal preparation, serving, and cleanup while helping residents follow their prescribed diets and enjoy positive dining experiences.
A Dietary Manager oversees the food service department, ensuring meals meet nutritional standards, resident preferences, and regulatory compliance.
A rehabilitation therapist assesses and treats individuals with mobility challenges caused by injury, illness, or other conditions, using therapeutic exercises and treatments to restore movement, strength, and independence.
A Director of Rehabilitation Services oversees rehabilitation programs and staff, coordinating physical, occupational, and speech therapy services while monitoring resident progress and ensuring effective communication across departments.
