Job Description
Department(s): Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Reports to: Supervisor, Day Center (PACE)
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Salary Grade: A - $41,600 - $53,636
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Wednesday, January 24, 2023 at 11:59 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.
About CalOptima Health
Are you looking for a career that changes lives? As the single largest health plan in Orange County, CalOptima Health serves one in three residents with health insurance programs for low-income children, adults, seniors and people with disabilities. Our 1,500 employees are valued for their individual perspectives and contributions and benefit from flexible work schedules, recognition and opportunities to grow. If you're looking for a rewarding career supporting a meaningful mission, along with generous benefits and recognition, consider joining us at CalOptima Health!
About the Position
The Personal Care Attendant (PCA), under the direction and supervision of the Day Center Supervisor, will provide personal care services to PACE participants in the day health center, including other duties as assigned to assist the primary care, therapy and adult day health staff.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.
• Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department.
• Provides personal care and escort assistance in accordance with individual treatment plans including peri-care, grooming, dressing, showering, bathing, toileting, feeding and ambulation.
• Reports visible changes in the participant's condition to the Day Center Supervisor and PCA Lead.
• Communicates participant health and safety concerns under the guidance and supervision of the Day Center Supervisor and PCA Lead.
• Demonstrates safe practices utilizing proper body mechanics and compliance with universal precautions.
• Participates in social and recreation activities with participants as appropriate.
• Conducts daily physical activities, ergonomically, while assisting frail elders to avoid injury.
• Implements interventions to training, as directed by rehabilitation and nursing staff, including use of mechanical assistance for participant transfers, mobility and patient care.
• Assists with food service delivery and monitoring during mealtimes.
• Documents services rendered daily.
• Completes other projects and duties as assigned.

Experience & Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Home Health Aide (HHA), Medical Assistant program, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license required.
• 1 year of experience with the frail or elderly population required.
• 6 months of clinical experience as a Personal Care Aide, CNA, LVN or Medical Assistant required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above is also qualifying.
• CPR and First-Aid Certification required or must be obtained within six (6) months of date of hire.
• Complete and pass the PACE approved curriculum for Personal Care Aides upon hire.
• Complete and pass the ServSafe Food Handler Certificate upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English and in one of CalOptima Health's defined threshold language (Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese).

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demand
Infrequent 0-9%
Occasional 10-33%
Frequent 34-65%
Continuous 66% of day
Description of physical demand
Move/Transport/ Position
X
Assists/supports participants for up to 75 lb. & for ambulation up to 200 feet at a time.
Position/Install/ Remove
X
Reaches toward &/or over participants to assist them & moves &/or picks up items (e.g., buckling in participants, setting up a walker, caring for other needs of participants, etc.)
Moves/Traverses
X
Moves throughout the PACE Center & tends to participant needs.
Positions Self
X
Positions self to feed, toilet, bathe, groom or tend to other related needs of participants.
Operates/Uses/ Prepares/ Inspects
X
Provides assistance using utensils to feed, groom, bathe or provide other care to participants.
Detects/Determines/ Identifies/Recognizes/ Observes/Inspects/ Assesses
X
Monitors & reports on participant's functions & changes in condition.
Communication
X
Communicates with participants, families & staff about participant's condition & needs. Must be able to exchange accurate information regarding participant care.

• Work Environment: Employee must be able to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team model, interfacing and collaborating with a wide range of clinical and social services disciplines who work together to manage the PACE members' care. The work setting is the Adult Day Health Center and includes a primary care clinic environment with moderate noise levels and controlled office temperatures.

About our Benefits & Wellness options:
At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. Employees also have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options.
CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together.
CalOptima Health is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.
About our Benefits & Wellness options:
At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. Employees also have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options.
CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together.
CalOptima Health is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.
About our Benefits & Wellness options:
At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. Employees also have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options.
CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together.
CalOptima Health is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima Health wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima Health prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima Health also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.
Job Location: Orange, California
Position Type:
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/CalOptima/Careers/jobs/4501
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