Personal Care Attendant (PCA)

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 have Personal Care Attendant opportunities at our beautiful West Bloomfield campus.

• Part time opportunities for 1st and 2nd shift
• Starting pay is $17.50 per hour

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

Jewish Senior Life believes our employees are our greatest asset and is committed to creating a workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, and supported. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Reasonable accommodation is provided in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

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 : $18