Personal Care Assistant

PCA Personal Care Assistant
A PT caretaker for a special needs child. Male 15 yr-old non-verbal/assisted-walking child. Child uses an assisted communication-talking device And has a wheelchair.

Responsibilities include all around living care to include:

• dressing,
• meal prep,
• eating,
• clean up,
• walking,
• playing,
• bathing
• bathroom.
• Pick up at bus stop and assist with therapies.
• Caretaker will need to engage yourself with child to play or read.
• Outside time is a must during all seasons. Caretaker should be able to go out on outings, and willing to drive occasionall.
• Caretaker should be able to cook for child and clean up after child.
• Some of the day will be observation/supervision to ensure safety.

Any experience with Autism is a plus. Patience and caring is required. You must be willing to learn and be specialty trained to assist with behavior (ABA) treatments.

Position can require physical strength at times. Lift assistance will be needed. Should be able to lift 50lbs. Child uses a wheelchair that weighs 45lbs. Must be comfortable with dog & cats.

Assistance is needed from 1:00 to 6:00 at child’s home. Weekend hours for no more than 4 hours a shift. Summer hours are longer. Multiple attendants work shifts.

Must be 18 or older. Must be non-smoking and only wear light scents. Should wear appropriate comfortable clothing. Must have transportation and drivers license. Must be timely.

References required for interview.

Paid by state for DC area. Opportunity for quarterly bonus is also provided by parent based upon dependability , timeliness, and care provided.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $17.94 - $19.94 per hour

Expected hours: 12.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• Can you lift 50 pounds?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• CNA: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CNA (Preferred)

Location:

• Fredericksburg, VA 22408 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person