What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Assistant position at Kennedy Assistive Living and Educational Facility?
Job Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Personal Care Assistant, where your dedication and caring nature will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with daily activities and personal well-being. In this vital role, you'll provide personalized assistance to residents in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health settings. Your energy and positive attitude will help foster a safe, respectful, and engaging environment for those you serve. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your caregiving skills while making a lasting impact on the community.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support using manual handling techniques and equipment like Hoyer lifts.
- Monitor and observe patients closely to identify changes in health status or behavior, documenting observations accurately while respecting HIPAA privacy regulations.
- Prepare nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with care plans and dietary restrictions, ensuring safety and cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintain a clean, safe living environment by performing light housekeeping tasks including cleaning resident areas and laundry.
- Assist with mobility and transfers using proper techniques to ensure safety for residents with disabilities or mobility challenges.
- Follow care plans meticulously, collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver consistent, high-quality patient care.
- Engage residents in social activities and provide companionship to promote mental well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations by administering first aid or CPR when necessary and notifying appropriate medical personnel.
- Support residents' emotional needs through active listening, encouragement, and respectful communication.
Experience
- Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, vital signs monitoring, medication administration, and care plan implementation.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality of patient information.
- Experience in caregiving roles involving heavy lifting or manual handling equipment such as Hoyer lifts is advantageous.
- Strong understanding of safety procedures including first aid and CPR certification.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team in fast-paced settings while maintaining compassion and professionalism.
Join us in creating a nurturing environment where every individual receives respectful care tailored to their unique needs!
The Monday and Friday- 9am-12pm and Wednesday- 9am-1pm
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13