What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Personal Care Assistant - Anthony Blvd Residential Living position at Lutheran Life Villages?
Lutheran Life Villages is hiring a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for our independent living community at the South Anthony Blvd campus. Seeking a caring individual who takes pride in providing top-notch customer service for the members of our Residential Living community.
Full-Time position, 40 hours per week.
Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm; Every 5th weekend required
LLV Benefits: Competitive Pay, Yearly Birthday PTO, up to 17 days PTO within first year, Medical, Dental, and Vision within 30 days , Company Paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Paid Holidays, 403B with company match, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Frequent campus events, and more!
Job Qualifications:
- Must be 21 years of age or older
Education/Training
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Must have a valid driver's license (a satisfactory motor vehicle driving history required).
Experience
- Experience in home care and/or other human services position or related field.
- Experience working with and/or caring for the elderly population preferred.
- Prior housekeeping experience preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Strong verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work some weekends.
- Basic knowledge of computers.
General Statement of Duties
To primarily provide housekeeping services for members of the Residential Living community at South Anthony Boulevard.
Essential Job Functions
- Primarily responsible for providing housekeeping services through tasks assigned that may include, but are not limited to, the following: cleaning dishes; washing, drying, and folding laundry; tidying up the apartment; dusting and vacuuming, reminding the client to take medication, etc. Some responsibilities may include cooking a meal; running an errand such as grocery shopping, etc.; assisting the client with limited banking and minor money transactions; assisting the client with a bath/shower, dressing and/or grooming; reading to the client, playing cards and/or other games; conversing.
- Thoroughly completes the tasks outlined in the plan of care developed for each client.
- Communicates with the Director of Member Services on a regular basis regarding the effectiveness of the services being provided for a client and the relationship with the client.
- Communicate with the Director any changes or concerns regarding a client’s health and/or the appropriateness of services being delivered.
- Required to have a reliable vehicle, cell phone, and internet access for this job.
- Completes all other tasks as assigned by the Director.
Equipment
1. Basic home equipment and appliances such as stove, microwave, washer/dryer etc.
2. Basic home cleaning equipment and cleansers.
Physical Demands
Physical Requirements
Rarely
(0-12%)
Occasionally
(12-33%)
Frequently
(34-66%)
Regularly
(67-100%)
Seeing: Must be able to read and use computer
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Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with coworkers
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Standing/Walking
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Kneeling/Squatting
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Sitting
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Work at computer for long periods
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Lifting/Pulling/Pushing
Up to 50 pounds
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Twisting/Bending
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Fingering/Grasping/Feeling
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Lutheran Life Villages is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
