Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant to join our team and provide exceptional support to individuals in need of assistance with daily living activities. This vital role involves delivering personalized care in various settings, including home health, assisted living, nursing homes, and memory care facilities. The ideal candidate will be energetic, attentive, and committed to enhancing the quality of life for those they serve. You will play a key role in promoting independence, safety, and well-being through compassionate support and attentive monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting to promote independence and dignity.
• Provide patient observation and monitor vital signs to ensure health status is maintained or promptly addressed.
• Support medication administration following care plans and HIPAA regulations to ensure safety and compliance.
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal consumption as needed.
• Facilitate patient transfer methods using equipment like Hoyer lifts or manual handling techniques to ensure safe mobility.
• Maintain detailed documentation of patient care activities, observations, and progress in accordance with healthcare standards.
• Support clients with memory care needs, including dementia or Alzheimer’s care, utilizing specialized techniques for safety and comfort.

Skills

• Proven experience working with individuals with disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, or developmental disabilities support.
• Knowledge of resident’s rights, HIPAA compliance, and confidentiality standards in healthcare settings.
• Familiarity with care plans, patient monitoring tools, and medication administration procedures.
• Ability to perform first aid and CPR confidently in emergency situations.
• Experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and team collaboration.
• Physical ability to perform heavy lifting, manual handling, patient transfers, and assist with mobility aids safely.

Join us in making a meaningful difference by providing compassionate care that empowers individuals to live their best lives! We value your dedication and offer a supportive environment where your skills can truly shine while helping others thrive every day.

Expected hours: 36.5 per week

Work Location: In person