What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Assistant position at Tennessee Home Care Partners, LLC?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to individuals in need of assistance with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in patient care, particularly with those requiring memory care or dementia care. This role is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for our clients while ensuring their safety and comfort.
Duties
- Assist clients with personal hygiene, grooming, and bathing to maintain cleanliness and dignity.
- Provide companionship and engage clients in meaningful conversations and activities.
- Monitor and observe patients’ conditions, reporting any changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to dietary requirements.
- Help clients with mobility, including transferring them safely between locations.
- Support clients in social activities, encouraging participation to enhance their social well-being.
- Maintain a clean and safe living environment by performing light housekeeping tasks.
- Assist with medication reminders and ensure adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Provide direct support for individuals with long-term care needs, ensuring their comfort and safety at all times.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in patient care or as a Personal Care Assistant is preferred.
- Knowledge of dementia care and memory care practices is highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to perform patient monitoring and observation duties accurately.
- Basic cooking skills to prepare healthy meals for clients.
- A compassionate demeanor with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life.
- Certification in CPR or First Aid is a plus but not required.
Join our team as a Personal Care Assistant where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $11.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 36 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Charlotte, NC 28205 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Charlotte, NC 28205: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $15