Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Personal Care Aide, where your dedication transforms lives by providing essential support to individuals with diverse needs. In this vital role, you'll assist clients with daily activities, monitor their well-being, and deliver personalized care that promotes independence and dignity. Your energetic and caring approach will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve, ensuring they receive respectful, attentive, and professional care every day.
Duties
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment like Hoyer lifts when necessary
- Monitor patients’ health by taking vital signs, observing changes in condition, and reporting findings accurately to healthcare professionals
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal planning and cooking to promote health and well-being
- Administer medications following care plans while adhering to HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality and safety
- Maintain a clean and safe environment through regular cleaning tasks, laundry assistance, and organization of personal spaces
- Support residents in assisted living or long-term care facilities by fostering social engagement and emotional support
- Document patient observations, update care plans regularly, and ensure compliance with all healthcare standards including CPR and first aid certifications
Experience
- Prior experience working in group homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home & community care environments preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of Alzheimer’s care, dementia care, memory care, hospice care, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism
- Hands-on experience with patient monitoring techniques such as vital signs measurement and medication administration
- Familiarity with using assistive devices like Hoyer lifts or resident’s <PERSON>; for safe transfers and mobility support
- Strong background in caregiving roles involving heavy lifting, patient observation, and working within care plans under HIPAA guidelines
- Experience in home health services or social work that emphasizes compassionate patient support and community engagement
- Certifications such as CPR, first aid, or nursing assistant credentials are highly valued to ensure safe and effective patient care
Embark on a rewarding career where your energy fuels positive change. We’re committed to supporting your growth through comprehensive training opportunities and a collaborative work environment dedicated to excellence in senior care.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Have you worked as a caregiver/personal aid before? If so, please describe your experience.
Ability to Commute:
- Oakland County, MI (Required)
Work Location: In person
