Job Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Personal Care Assistant, where your compassionate nature and proactive attitude will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with daily activities and personal care. In this vital role, you will provide personalized assistance to promote independence, safety, and well-being in various settings such as home care, assisted living facilities, or group homes. Your energy and commitment will help create a nurturing environment that empowers clients to thrive and maintain dignity every day.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
- Monitor residents’ health by taking vital signs, observing patient conditions, and reporting changes promptly
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal consumption when necessary
- Support medication administration following care plans and HIPAA regulations to ensure privacy and safety
- Maintain a clean and safe environment through regular cleaning duties and manual handling practices
- Use specialized equipment such as Hoyer lifts to assist with transfers safely and effectively
- Document care activities accurately in compliance with healthcare standards and organizational policies
Skills
- Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly valued
- Strong patient observation skills to identify changes in condition or behavior promptly
- Knowledge of dementia, Alzheimer’s care, memory care, autism support, and neurodevelopmental disorders enhances your ability to provide specialized care
- Proficiency in assisting with ADLs, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and patient monitoring techniques
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely, including heavy lifting when required
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality of resident information
- Excellent communication skills for working collaboratively with team members, residents, families, and healthcare professionals
Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication directly impacts the quality of life for those you serve. We value energetic individuals who are eager to learn and grow within a supportive environment that prioritizes compassion and professionalism.
Pay: $8.00 - $10.50 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Can you pass a Background Check, as required by the State?
Experience:
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification or CPR Cert (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Baton Rouge, LA 70816 (Required)
Work Location: In person
