Personal Care Assistant

Job Overview

Join our compassionate team as a Personal Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring dedicated support. In this vital role, you will provide personalized assistance with daily activities, promote independence, and ensure safety and comfort for residents in various care settings. Your energetic and caring approach will help foster a positive environment where clients feel valued, respected, and empowered to live their best lives. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your skills while delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

Duties

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using proper manual handling techniques such as Hoyer lifts and patient transfer methods
• Monitor patients’ health by taking vital signs, observing for changes, and reporting findings in accordance with HIPAA regulations and care plans
• Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring accuracy and adherence to prescribed schedules
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal consumption when necessary
• Maintain a clean, safe environment by performing light cleaning duties and ensuring adherence to infection control protocols
• Provide emotional support through active communication, companionship, and engagement in recreational activities
• Assist with transportation to medical appointments or community outings using personal transportation assistance or resident vehicles

Requirements

• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to observe patients closely for changes in condition or behavior, including those with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, autism spectrum disorder, or developmental disabilities
• Knowledge of patient monitoring techniques such as vital signs measurement and patient safety protocols including first aid and CPR certification
• Familiarity with care plans, resident’s rights, medication administration procedures, and HIPAA compliance
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual handling safely while assisting with transfers or mobility support
• Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and teamwork within multidisciplinary care teams
• Valid training or experience in dementia care, memory care, hospice care, geriatrics or long-term care is advantageous

Join us in delivering compassionate care that truly makes a difference! We are dedicated to supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities and fostering a positive work environment where your efforts are valued. This paid role is perfect for individuals passionate about caregiving and committed to enhancing the quality of life for those we serve.

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Work Location: In person