Home Health Care Aide

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
• Document/log client’s’ progress and overall well being for daily reports

PCA Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Current certificate in first aid and CPR preferred
• Valid driver’s license, reliable automobile, and current auto insurance required
• Minimum one year of experience working in a health care setting
• Significant experience working in a home health care environment is strongly preferred
• Experience in domestic work or housekeeping is a plus
• Mastery of the English language, written and verbal
• 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
• Willingness to comply with all legal and institutional requirements and guidelines

Job Type: Part-time

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Health Care: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• TB Skin Test (Required)

Work Location: In person