Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with daily activities and personal care. This energetic role offers the opportunity to provide vital assistance in various settings, including assisted living facilities, nursing homes, group homes, and home care environments. If you are dedicated, empathetic, and eager to support others in maintaining independence and dignity, this position is perfect for you! We are committed to paying all our team members fairly for their valuable work.
Duties
- Assist residents or clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Support individuals with mobility needs using manual handling techniques and equipment like Hoyer lifts or wheelchairs
- Monitor and record vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates to ensure health stability
- Administer medications accurately following prescribed schedules and protocols under supervision or as trained
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary requirements and assist with feeding when necessary
- Engage residents in social activities, companionship, and behavioral management to promote mental well-being
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping duties such as cleaning resident areas and laundry
- Document care activities using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and communicate effectively with healthcare teams
Qualifications
- Previous experience in assisted living, nursing homes, or home & community care settings is highly preferred
- Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer's care, memory care, geriatrics, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or disabilities
- Certification in CPR and First Aid is required; additional certifications like medication administration or behavior management are a plus
- Ability to lift heavy objects safely and perform manual handling tasks confidently
- Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate attitude towards residents’ <PERSON> needs
- Experience working with EMR systems for accurate documentation
- Valid driver’s license for driving responsibilities related to the role (if applicable)
Join us to provide exceptional caregiving that enriches lives! We value your dedication and ensure you are supported through ongoing training opportunities. This is a paid position where your skills directly impact the well-being of those you serve.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $15.00 - $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
