Personal Staff Assistance

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Personal Staff Assistant to provide comprehensive support to individuals requiring personalized care and assistance. This role involves delivering high-quality caregiving services, managing daily routines, and ensuring the safety and well-being of clients in various settings such as private homes, assisted living facilities, or community environments. The ideal candidate will be energetic, detail-oriented, and committed to enhancing the quality of life for those they serve through attentive and proactive support.

The shift is Monday through Friday 3pm to 11pm, and Various shift open during the week parttime hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment like Hoyer lifts or other assistive devices.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and observe for any changes in health status, documenting findings accurately while adhering to HIPAA privacy standards.
• Administer medications and follow care plans meticulously, ensuring timely and correct delivery of treatments in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs, assisting with cooking and meal planning as necessary.
• Provide companionship and emotional support, fostering a safe and engaging environment for clients with cognitive impairments such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
• Support clients during outings or community activities, ensuring safety and adherence to care protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness of living spaces through regular cleaning duties, laundry assistance, and organization to promote a healthy environment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, social workers, or family members to develop and update personalized care plans that address each client’s unique needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in home & community care settings, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or group homes.
• Knowledge of patient observation techniques, vital signs monitoring, medication administration, and dementia or Alzheimer’s care.
• Certifications such as CPR, First Aid, HIPAA compliance training preferred; willingness to obtain relevant certifications is a plus.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism is highly desirable.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely using equipment like Hoyer lifts; physical stamina for long shifts required.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate approach towards patient care and social work principles.
• Familiarity with home health procedures including hospice care, memory care strategies, and assisted living protocols. Join us in making a meaningful difference by providing exceptional personal assistance that empowers individuals to live comfortably and confidently!

Pay: From $10.00 per hour

Work Location: In person