What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver Personal Care Assistant position at Bridging Gapss?
Overview
Are you passionate about providing compassionate, personalized care to individuals in need? As a Caregiver Personal Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for your clients by offering dedicated support with daily activities, health monitoring, and emotional well-being. This energetic and rewarding position allows you to make a meaningful difference while working in diverse settings such as home care, assisted living facilities, group homes, nursing homes, or hospice environments. If you're motivated to deliver exceptional patient-centered care and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment like Hoyer lifts or transfer belts.
- Monitor patients’ health status by taking vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration; observe and report any changes promptly.
- Support medication administration following HIPAA guidelines and care plans developed by healthcare professionals.
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with feeding when necessary.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment through regular cleaning duties and infection control practices.
- Document patient observations accurately and update care plans regularly to reflect evolving needs.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to promote mental well-being, especially for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or developmental disabilities.
- Collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, social workers, family members, and other caregivers to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Use specialized equipment such as Hoyer lifts or memory care tools safely during patient transfers or mobility assistance.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in home health care, assisted living, nursing homes, or group homes; experience with hospice or dementia/memory care is highly valued.
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques and vital signs monitoring; CPR and First Aid certification required or willing to obtain upon hire.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations ensuring confidentiality of patient information.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and assist with transfers using appropriate equipment like Hoyer lifts.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients with autism, developmental disabilities, or cognitive impairments.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or in long-term care environments preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to follow detailed care plans and medication schedules accurately.
- Compassionate attitude combined with a proactive approach to caregiving responsibilities. Join us in delivering heartfelt care that transforms lives! This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your skills while making a positive impact every day—empowering individuals to live comfortably and confidently in their environments.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $22