What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Assistant position at Private Caregiving Services?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Caregiver/Companion to provide essential support and companionship to our 94 year old mother. The position is a weekend position with a split shift on Saturday. The hours are as follows: Saturday 8a-12p then 3p-8p and on Sunday 8a-8p. The ideal candidate will assist her in daily activities, such as meal prep, assist with dressing as needed, ensuring comfort, safety, and well-being. Experience with dementia/Alzheimer is recommended. This role is vital in enhancing the quality of life for her and maintaining her independence.
Responsibilities
- Provide senior care by assisting with daily living activities such as dressing as needed, light house keeping, and meal preparation.
- Monitor client’s health by observing and reporting any changes in condition or behavior to family members.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for client, ensuring hygiene standards are met.
- Assist client with mobility challenges, as needed.
- Uphold resident rights by treating client with respect and dignity.
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations to ensure the confidentiality of client information.
- Engage client in social activities to promote mental well-being and companionship.
- Collaborate with family on client needs.
Skills
- Strong understanding of care plans set by family members and the ability to follow them accurately.
- Experience in senior care settings is preferred.
- Ability to perform patient monitoring effectively.
- Knowledge of resident rights and commitment to upholding them.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for building rapport with client and family
- Compassionate nature with a strong desire to help others.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Every weekend
- Morning shift
- Weekends only
Experience:
- Caregiving: 8 years (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cerritos, CA 90703 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cerritos, CA 90703: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23