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Job Description
At Harbor Retirement Associates (HRA), we don’t just create jobs; we create opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. Our vibrant communities are places where excellence meets compassion, and you can grow your career while enriching the lives of older adults and their families. Here, every day is a celebration of senior living, and every member of our team plays a crucial role in creating joy.
Our core values of respect, attentiveness, integrity, stewardship, and excellence are the foundation of our community culture. We strive to embody these values in every interaction and decision, creating a positive and empowering environment for every resident and associate.
We are always looking for employees who dedicate themselves to raising the standards in our communities. With excellent benefits, employee rewards, and job satisfaction, you will find hard work can be very rewarding with a future at HRA.
HRA is a place to grow, thrive, and belong – for residents and associates alike. We pride ourselves on creating environments that foster connection, growth, and wellness. By joining our team, you’re stepping into a role that supports and uplifts older adults and their families, ensuring every day is better than the last.
Whether you’re passionate about culinary arts, wellness, hospitality, or healthcare, HRA features a wide range of senior living career paths to suit your skills and aspirations. From the front desk to the executive office, every position is vital to the luxury, resort-style experience we create.
We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. HRA offers competitive benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement. We’re committed to recognizing your contributions and ensuring you feel valued and appreciated.
- Daily Pay – HRA offers Daily Pay, which allows associates to complete their shift and be paid the same day.
- Recognition Programs – We honor the hard work, dedication, and incredible achievements of our people – and we make sure they know it.
- Growth Opportunities – By investing in the development of our team, HRA empowers associates to seek new solutions, foster creativity, and ultimately drive the success of our collective mission.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Voluntary Plans
Employee Assistance Program
401k with Company Match
Vacation
Sick Time
Holiday Pay
Education Assistance
Bereavement Leave
Amazing Stories
It’s time to embark on a rewarding career that celebrates life and creates memories, and we invite you to explore the endless possibilities at HRA. Connect with us to learn more, and let’s start this journey together. Welcome to a place where your work truly matters. Welcome to Harbor Retirement Associates.
Positions at HarborChase communities in Florida require a background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit the AHCA Education and Awareness Website. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Discover a Career That Matters
It’s time to embark on a rewarding career that celebrates life and creates memories, and we invite you to explore the endless possibilities at HRA. Connect with us to learn more, and let’s start this journey together. Welcome to a place where your work truly matters. Welcome to Harbor Retirement Associates.
Positions at HarborChase communities in Florida require a background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit the AHCA Education and Awareness Website. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You
General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.
Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.
Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.
What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day
Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.
For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.
Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.
About This Employer
HarborChase of Plano is a Assisted Living — TYPE B located in Plano, TX at 5340 Towne Square Drive.
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DFW Area Salary Data
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $12.93/hr ($26,894/yr). The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr (25th–75th percentile).
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.
Facility Snapshot
5340 Towne Square Drive, Plano, TX 75024
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