What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Attendant (PCA) West Bloomfield- Afternoon shift position at Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit?
Jewish Senior Life (JSL) communities flourish through deep, lasting connections. For decades, our dedicated staff and cherished residents have shaped a culture rooted in compassion, respect, and genuine care-making JSL not just a place to live or work, but a place to belong.
At JSL you are part of a warm and inviting community that provides support services and quality living to older adults. Our residents enjoy a full range of social and cultural programs and activities while residing in our assisted living communities.
The right candidate for this position is someone who truly enjoys the company of older adults and who will be dedicated to ensuring their wellness and satisfaction. This position requires exemplary character and integrity be exhibited while carrying out the duties of this position.
We are currently hiring candidates for:
- Day and afternoon shifts available
- Every other weekend rotation
- Holiday rotation
- Starting pay is $16.25 - $17.50 per hour depending on years of experience
A Personal Care Attendant provides direct personal care for our assisted living and memory care residents. Responsible for guiding or assisting residents with activities of life that they are unable to perform without guidance.
DUTIES:
- Participate in shift reports
- Assist with baths, full baths in and out of the tub
- Apply lotions/powders
- Assist with dressing/undressing, buttoning of clothing, tying shoes, combing hair, brushing teeth, putting in dentures and hearing aides, putting on jewelry etc. and any other ADL’s as needed
- Shave male residents
- Make beds
- Help prepare rooms for admission
- Welcome new residents-orient to room, call lights, etc.
- Wash and dry resident’s laundry
- Administer treatments to residents, i.e. lotions, nasal sprays, eye drops, inhalers etc.
- Answer call light promptly
- Assist with incontinence care – clothing, linen changes etc. Clean any accidents
- Assist in all emergencies
- Report any incidents or accidents to supervisor and complete Incident & Accident form.
- Make wake up calls
- Assist any resident who becomes ill or needs assistance to room, assistance with lost items, i.e. misplaced walkers, glasses, hearing aides etc.
- Observe resident changes: mental status, mobility, falls, skin, incontinence, eating habits, complaints of pain or illness, and report to supervisor.
Required experience:
- Personal care experience: 1 years providing direct care
Required education :
- High school or equivalent
JSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer, are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, and does not discriminate against candidates and employees based on their disability, race, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.25 - $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What do you enjoy most when working with seniors?
- What are your salary requirements?
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18