What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Aide Floater position at CHEROKEE NATION HOME HEALTH SERVICE?
A Personal Care Aide is responsible for assisting the elderly and/or disabled members with essential daily living needs in their homes and in accordance with their plan of care. Floater is scheduled to do temporary fill ins in the absence of a regular scheduled PCA or for any unstaffed members.
A Personal Care Aide Floater duties include:
- Light Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Meal Prep
- Errands
- Personal Care
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Have valid drivers license, auto insurance, and dependable transportation.
- Must have completed personal care training program and competency.
- Must have a smartphone or tablet and install the State required app for clocking in/out.
- Have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick and elderly.
- Ability to carry out directions, read and write.
- Maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:
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- Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
- Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.