Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Personal Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring compassionate, personalized support. In this vital role, you will provide assistance with daily living activities, monitor patient well-being, and promote independence within a safe and caring environment. Whether working in a home health setting, assisted living facility, or group home, your energy and empathy will help enhance quality of life for those you serve. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your caregiving skills while making a positive impact every day.
Duties
- Assist residents or clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
- Monitor patient health by observing vital signs, reporting changes, and maintaining accurate care records in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Support medication administration and ensure adherence to prescribed care plans under supervision
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with feeding as necessary
- Operate patient transfer equipment such as Hoyer lifts and facilitate safe patient transfers using proper manual handling techniques
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light cleaning duties and ensuring infection control standards are met
- Provide emotional support and engage residents in social activities to promote mental well-being and reduce feelings of isolation
Experience
- Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to observe patients closely, monitor vital signs, and recognize signs of distress or deterioration
- Experience working with individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, autism spectrum disorder, developmental disabilities, or neurodevelopmental disorders is advantageous
- Knowledge of care procedures such as patient transfer methods, medication administration, CPR/First Aid certification, and HIPAA compliance is beneficial
- Familiarity with creating and following personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs
- Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and assist with mobility using appropriate techniques and equipment
This role is perfect for compassionate individuals eager to develop their caregiving expertise while supporting vulnerable populations. We are committed to providing paid training opportunities so you can grow your skills in patient care, social work principles, geriatrics, hospice care, and more. Join us in delivering respectful, high-quality support that truly makes a difference!
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
