Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to individuals in need of assistance with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in long-term care, senior care, or similar environments, and will be committed to enhancing the quality of life for our clients. This role requires a caring demeanor, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Help clients with mobility and transfers as needed.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when necessary.
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment for clients.
• Document daily activities and report any changes in client condition to supervisors.
• Drive clients to appointments or social activities as required.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients
• Ensure clients receive their medication on time
• Support clients who can’t move on their own
• Assist clients with physical therapy exercises
• Cook meals according to the customer’s restrictions
• Help customers with their shopping
• Do necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean environment
• Provide emotional support
• Inform physicians or supervisors about uncommon events
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Skills

• Proven experience as personal care assistant
• Committed to health & safety
• Able to do housework and cooking
• Well-organized and reliable
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Positive and compassionate attitude
• Strong ethics
• Physical stamina
• CPR certified
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver’s licence

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about providing high-quality care to apply for this rewarding position as a Personal Care Assistant.

Pay: From $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid orientation

Work Location: In person