What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Assistant position at Visiting Care Home Care Services?
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to individuals who need companionship, personal care and other needs. This role involves assisting clients with daily living activities, ensuring their safety, and promoting their overall well-being. The ideal candidate will have experience working with people with seniors and a genuine desire to make a positive impact in their lives.
Duties
- Provide direct support to individuals, by assisting them in daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Monitor daily activities and report any changes in the client's health status to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Assist clients in social interactions and community engagement activities to enhance their quality of life.
- Implement memory care techniques for clients experiencing cognitive challenges.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients, ensuring that all safety protocols are followed.
- Provide companionship and emotional support, fostering a trusting relationship with clients.
- Medication reminders, ensuring the health and safety of clients at all times.
Requirements
- Experience working with seniors is highly preferred.
- Meal preparation
- Certification in First Aid and CPR is a plus, but not required
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare providers.
- A compassionate nature and a commitment to enhancing the lives of those you assist.
- We have flexible hours, which may include evenings or weekends.
Join our team as a Personal Care Assistant and help us provide exceptional care that makes a difference in the lives of our clients!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.51 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid training
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Phila, PA 19103 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Phila, PA 19103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20