Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Personal Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with daily activities and personal care. This vital role offers an opportunity to provide respectful, personalized assistance in various settings such as home care, assisted living, group homes, and nursing facilities. If you are energetic, caring, detail-oriented, and eager to help others maintain their independence and dignity, this position is perfect for you! We are committed to paying all our team members for their valuable contributions.
**Various shifts available:
On call positionneeded
Duties
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
- Monitor patient health by taking vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature; report changes to healthcare professionals
- Support medication administration following care plans and HIPAA regulations to ensure privacy and safety
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal consumption when necessary
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light cleaning duties and ensuring infection control protocols are followed
- Observe and document patient conditions, behaviors, and progress to inform care plans and coordinate with healthcare teams
- Use specialized equipment such as Hoyer lifts or wheelchairs to assist with mobility and prevent injury during transfers
Qualifications
- Prior experience in home health, assisted living, nursing homes, or group homes is highly preferred
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, dementia care (including Alzheimer’s and memory care), autism support, hospice care, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or disabilities in general
- Certifications such as CPR, First Aid, HIPAA compliance training are advantageous; willingness to obtain necessary certifications is expected
- Ability to lift heavy objects safely and perform physically demanding tasks as needed for resident support
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with clients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Demonstrated reliability in following care plans accurately while maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines
- Experience working with diverse populations including seniors, individuals with disabilities or special needs is a plus
Join us in providing compassionate care that empowers individuals to live comfortably and confidently. Your dedication can truly transform lives!
Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
