What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Personal Care Assistant position at Purposely Living Care Services LLC?
Job Overview
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) plays a vital role in providing compassionate and supportive care to individuals in various settings, including assisted living facilities and nursing homes. This position involves assisting clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. The PCA will work closely with healthcare professionals to implement care plans and promote resident rights while fostering a respectful and nurturing environment.
Duties
- Assist clients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Help with mobility and transfers to ensure client safety.
- Prepare and serve meals according to dietary guidelines and individual preferences.
- Monitor clients' health by observing changes in their condition and reporting any concerns to the healthcare team.
- Implement care plans tailored to each client's needs, including support for those with dementia or other cognitive impairments.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' quality of life.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Uphold resident rights by promoting dignity, privacy, and independence in all interactions.
Skills
- Proficiency in CPR and First Aid techniques to respond effectively in emergencies.
- Knowledge of care plans and the ability to follow them accurately.
- Experience in caregiving, particularly in assisted living or nursing home settings.
- Understanding of resident rights and the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
- Familiarity with dementia care practices to support clients with cognitive challenges.
- Ability to provide direct support while fostering a positive relationship with clients.
- Cooking skills to prepare nutritious meals that cater to individual dietary needs.
This role requires a compassionate individual dedicated to enhancing the lives of those they assist through attentive care and support.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 16 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- What language do you speak? Can you speak any other languages?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Plano, TX 75024 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Plano, TX 75024: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19