What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant position at Zilan Home Care, LLC?
Overview
Join our compassionate team as a Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring support with daily activities and personal care. This rewarding role involves providing attentive, respectful, and personalized assistance to promote independence, safety, and well-being. Whether working in a home setting, assisted living facility, or group home, you will be a vital part of creating a caring environment that fosters dignity and respect for each individual. This position is paid and offers an opportunity to develop your skills in patient care and support while making a positive impact every day.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using proper manual handling techniques such as Hoyer lifts and patient transfer methods.
- Monitor patients’ health by taking vital signs, observing changes in condition, and reporting findings accurately to healthcare professionals.
- Support medication administration following care plans and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal consumption when necessary.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment by performing light cleaning duties and ensuring infection control protocols are followed.
- Provide transportation assistance for appointments, errands, or community activities to promote social engagement and independence.
- Document patient progress, update care plans regularly, and communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare teams about resident rights and specific needs such as dementia or Alzheimer’s care.
Requirements
- Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, medication administration, first aid, CPR certification, and HIPAA compliance.
- Experience supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities or developmental disabilities is advantageous.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and use manual handling equipment like Hoyer lifts; physical stamina for long shifts is essential.
- Strong communication skills to effectively support client needs and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrated understanding of resident’s rights, dementia care strategies including memory care approaches, and hospice or palliative care principles.
- Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation for client outings or appointments is preferred.
Join us in providing compassionate caregiving that enhances quality of life! We value dedicated individuals eager to support diverse populations through personalized care that respects dignity and promotes independence. This paid position offers ongoing training opportunities to expand your skills in patient monitoring, home & community care practices, and specialized support for individuals with disabilities or neurodevelopmental disorders. If you’re motivated by helping others thrive while developing your career in healthcare support—apply today!
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17