What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA position at Home Careolina?
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Home Careolina is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Caregiver to provide professional home care support to a male client, Cornelius, NC diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The ideal candidate will assist with daily living activities while promoting independence and engagement, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This role requires weekday availability to provide reliable care and companionship.
Responsibilities
Home Careolina is committed to delivering reliable, compassionate, and professional home care services. We strive to enhance the quality of life for our clients by supporting their independence and promoting dignity in their own homes. Our team values respect, integrity, and personalized care to meet each client’s unique needs.
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Home Careolina is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Caregiver to provide professional home care support to a male client, Cornelius, NC diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The ideal candidate will assist with daily living activities while promoting independence and engagement, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This role requires weekday availability to provide reliable care and companionship.
Responsibilities
- Provide intelligent interaction and companionship to keep client mentally stimulated.
- Assist client with small projects such as organizing, tidying, and sorting items for donation.
- Accompany client on outings to local places like the Raptor Center or similar locations when weather permits.
- Monitor client's cognitive needs, including reminders for tasks and medication prompts.
- Ensure client wears his back brace before physical activities and remind him to use hearing aids if forgotten.
- Assist with AM and PM medication reminders; note that wife manages medication administration.
- Support client with errands including driving to local nurseries, hardware stores, Habitat for Humanity, and the N Meck Rec Center.
- Perform client's laundry and light housekeeping tasks including vacuuming, kitchen cleaning after meals, trash removal, dishwasher unloading, bed making, and tidying.
- Assist with meal preparation and encourage hydration throughout the day.
- Ensure clients safety by providing supervision, as he is independent in walking but not left alone.
- Previous caregiving experience preferred, especially with clients diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.
- Ability to provide companionship and engage clients in conversation and activities.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Physical ability to assist with light housekeeping, errands, and mobility support..
- Must be able to follow care plans and communicate effectively with family members and care managers.
- Competitive pay of $16.00 - $18.00 per week, paid bi-weekly.
- Meaningful work providing direct impact to clients and families.
- Opportunity to join a supportive and professional home care team.
Home Careolina is committed to delivering reliable, compassionate, and professional home care services. We strive to enhance the quality of life for our clients by supporting their independence and promoting dignity in their own homes. Our team values respect, integrity, and personalized care to meet each client’s unique needs.
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Salary : $16 - $18