What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compassionate Personal Care Assistant Mountain Rest SC position at My Happy Place Homecare?
Are You a PCA looking for an employer who will recognize and appreciate your hard work? An employer who is willing to listen to your concerns and support you 100%? Are you a highly compassionate and dependable person? If you yes, My Happy Place Homecare is looking for you!
Qualifications & Education :
o Evidence of sympathetic attitude toward elderly care
o Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions.
o Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands.
o Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
o Attend eight (10) hours of personal care-oriented services per year.
o Participate in professional meetings when directed.
o Ability to work closely supervised to ensure competence in providing client care.
o Must have a criminal history check conducted before being offered a position with the agency
Responsibilities :
o Provide personal hygiene assistance
o Help clients take prescribed medication
o Assist clients with ambulation
o Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals
o Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
o Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
o Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
o Other duties as assigned
Ability to :
o Perform tasks involving activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing.
o Deal effectively with stress.
o Work assigned hours per week.
o Lift up to 50 pounds.
o Work in a stressful environment.
o Drive up to 30 miles per day.
Additional Requirements :
o Assess and communicate with ill clients, co-workers, and general public.
o Must have a passion for caregiving and a desire to help others
o Must be neat in appearance and practice good personal hygiene.
o Must have a reliable means of transport.
o Must be ok with pets and smokers
Physical Demands :
o Sufficient visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication.
Benefits
- 401k
- Flexible scheduling
- Recognition and Rewards Program
- Flexible Scheduling Options
- Paid Holidays
- 401K
