What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Assistant position at Amazing grace home care?
Amazing Grace Home Care is currently seeking a compassionate, skilled, and reliable personal care assistant (PCA) to serve as part of our growing home care team. In this role, you will work with our clients in their homes, helping them with basic personal hygiene and domestic tasks as needed, according to their requirements and limitations. You will provide compassionate care and assistance to help ensure their overall wellbeing.
PCA Duties and Responsibilities
- Travel to clients' homes, arriving on time
- Greet clients in a warm, professional manner
- Understand the limitations and needs of each individual client
- Provide basic domestic services e.g. meal prep, laundry, light housework
- Provide companionship and engage in conversation with the clients
- Run errands, either with or for the client, as needed
- Assist with mobility issues, helping the client get in and out of bed, wheelchair, etc.
- Remind the client to take medications and document them accordingly
- Help with personal hygiene e.g. brushing teeth, toileting, bathing
- Change bed linens regularly
- Assist with all daily activities, based on the client's limitations and needs
- Provide a caring and positive presence for the client
PCA Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver’s license, reliable automobile, and current auto insurance required
- Minimum one year of experience working in a home care setting
- Experience in domestic work or housekeeping is a plus
- Good communication skills, excellent conversational skills
- Able to lift heavy objects, help move clients, and perform physical tasks
- Patience and ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Willingness to conduct domestic and personal tasks requested by the client
- Prompt and reliable
- Warm and caring personality
- Commitment to treating clients with dignity and respect
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15
