PCA/CNA

Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. In this role, you will provide compassionate, personalized assistance to clients in assisted living, nursing homes, and home healthcare settings.

You will support daily living activities and help maintain a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment. You may work with seniors, individuals with developmental disabilities, clients living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, and those receiving hospice or end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and mobility.
• Maintain client confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements and company policies.
• Assist with medications only as permitted by applicable regulations, training, authorization, and the client’s care plan.
• Use safe transfer techniques and equipment, including Hoyer lifts and gait belts, according to training and care plans.
• Provide patient, compassionate support to clients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, developmental disabilities, or end-of-life care needs.
• Assist with meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and other tasks outlined in the client’s care plan.
• Follow infection control practices and maintain a clean, safe care environment.
• Respond promptly to client requests and emergencies, following company procedures and providing first aid or CPR within your training.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with clients, families, supervisors, and healthcare team members.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification or PCA certification required, as applicable to the position.
• Experience in assisted living, nursing homes, or home healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and accurate care documentation practices.
• Experience supporting seniors or individuals with disabilities, dementia, or developmental challenges is a plus.
• Ability to safely perform the physical duties of the position, including assisting with mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment.
• Current CPR and first aid certifications required.
• Strong communication, observation, and organizational skills.
• A dependable, compassionate approach and a commitment to treating every client with dignity and respect.
• Willingness to participate in required training and ongoing professional development.
• Must be willing to visit our main office in Picayune, MS, to complete the onboarding process.

Join us in providing compassionate care that enhances our clients’ quality of life. We value your skills and dedication and are committed to a supportive workplace where you can make a difference.

Pay: $11.00 - $14.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to clients’ homes as scheduled?
• Are you able and willing to safely assist clients with transfers, repositioning, and lifting, including clients who may require moderate to full physical assistance?
• This position requires working every other weekend. Are you willing and able to meet this scheduling requirement?

Work Location: In person