Personal Care Aide

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Aide to join our team, providing essential support to individuals in various care settings. In this role, you will assist residents with daily activities, monitor their health and well-being, and ensure a safe, comfortable environment. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help enhance the quality of life for those you serve. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing your skills in patient care and support.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using manual handling techniques such as Hoyer lifts and patient transfer methods.
• Monitor residents' health by taking vital signs, observing for changes, and reporting findings in accordance with HIPAA regulations and care plans.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with meal consumption, ensuring dietary restrictions and preferences are respected.
• Support residents with medication administration under supervision, maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with healthcare standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment through regular cleaning duties and infection control practices.
• Provide companionship and emotional support, fostering positive communication and respecting residents' rights.
• Assist with transportation needs within the community or facility to appointments or activities, ensuring safety at all times.

Requirements

• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health settings is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer's care, memory care, hospice care, and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism is advantageous.
• Ability to observe patients closely for changes in condition and communicate effectively with healthcare teams regarding patient status.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid is required, we offer training; additional certifications such as HIPAA training or medication administration are a plus.
• Physical ability to perform heavy lifting, manual handling, patient transfers using Hoyer lifts or other methods, and assist with mobility tasks safely.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or developmental delays is valued.
• Strong communication skills to engage respectfully with clients and team members while maintaining confidentiality.

Join us to be part of a supportive environment where your caregiving skills make a real impact! We are committed to providing ongoing training opportunities and fostering a culture of compassion and excellence in patient support. All positions are paid roles dedicated to enriching lives through dedicated personal care assistance.

Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person