What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Aide (PCA) position at Qwest Home Health Care Agency?
Personal Care Aide (PCA)
Norfolk, VA (9am- 2pm, Monday- Friday)
We are looking for a competent personal care aide to support physically challenged clients in their everyday lives. The fulfillment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpasses the challenges of this job. If you’re compassionate and positive then this is a job for you. We expect you to be polite and a good communicator. Experience in housekeeping tasks and caring for the elderly or sick will make you a strong candidate. Positions is in Virginia Beach.
Responsibilities
- Ensure clients receive their medication on time
- Support clients who can’t move on their own
- Help clients dress, bathe, eat etc.
- Cook meals according to the customer’s restrictions
- Do necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean environment
- Provide emotional support
- Inform supervisors about uncommon events
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Skills
- Proven experience as personal care aide
- Committed to health & safety
- Able to do housework and cooking
- Well-organized and reliable
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Positive and compassionate attitude
- Strong ethics
- Physical stamina
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- PCA Cert (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13