What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Personal Care Aide position at Allegiance Home Care Inc.?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Aide to provide essential support to a family with a teenage son who is non-verbal and non-ambulatory.
The ideal candidate will have experience in care giving, particularly in individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities. This role is vital in enhancing the quality of life for our client, ensuring his safety, inside of the home.
Duties
- Provide companionship and emotional support to client and fostering a positive environment
- Meet client at the home after school. He rides the bus in Lexington One school district.
- Prepare/feed dinner.
- Keep client company.
- Occasionally a few hours on Saturday or Sunday so parents can take care of things outside of the home. Maybe once a month or less.
- Uphold clients rights and dignity at all times.
- 2 small dogs in the home
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a similar care giving environment is preferred.
- Knowledge of first aid procedures is a plus.
- Understanding of resident rights and the ability to advocate for them.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is REQUIRED.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain a clean working environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to care giving.
Join our team as a Personal Care Aide and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 22 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Application Question(s):
- Are you available M-F 3:30 to 7:30?
Would you be available 1-2 Saturdays or Sundays a month for 3-4 hours?
Do you have reliable transportation?
Experience:
- Caregiving: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lexington, SC 29073 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $16