What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Personal Care Assistant position at Additional Home Care Services?
PCA Personal Care Assistant / Caregiver
We are looking for a competent personal care assistant to support physically or mentally challenged customers in their everyday lives. The fulfilment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpasses the challenges of this job. If you’re a compassionate, positive person who isn’t afraid to work hard, 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.
SERIOUS CANDIDATES ONLY PLEASE
$19.00 to $20 per hour, based on experience
PCA/Caregiver 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
- Help customers with their shopping
- Do necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean environment
- Provide emotional support
- Inform physicians or supervisors about uncommon events
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
PCA/Caregiver Skills
- Proven experience as personal care assistant/caregiver (caregiving)
- 1 year experience required
- 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
- CPR certified preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A valid driver’s licence
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.50 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20