What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Assistant (PCA) position at Helmwood Healthcare?
Helmwood Healthcare
Elizabethtown, KY
Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Full-Time- Night Shift
Helmwood Healthcare, a vibrant skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Elizabethtown, KY, is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to join our team! We are a resident-centered community, focused on providing exceptional care and enhancing the quality of life for those we serve.
At Helmwood Healthcare, we are:
- New Grad Friendly
- Family-Oriented
- Teamwork-Oriented
- Unique!
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Schedules
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Referral Program
- Supportive work environment
Responsibilities Include:
- Providing caregiving services, including exceptional ADL assistance, to residents in assisted living and/or memory care.
- Encouraging socialization and participation in community activities and outings.
- Offering hands-on assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, hygiene care, and mobility in a fast-paced care setting.
- Observing and reporting changes in residents’ physical/emotional condition to nursing staff.
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents, visitors, and coworkers.
- Promoting and respecting the dignity and well-being of each resident and their family.
- Assisting residents with meals and snacks, including setup, service, and feeding as necessary.
- Performing light housekeeping duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing is preferred but not required.
- Must enjoy working with the senior population and demonstrate compassion, patience, and a positive attitude.
Helmwood Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Night shift
Work Location: In person