We are looking for a Personal Care Aide to join our team!
A PCA (Personal Care Aide) Essential functions:
PCAs must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Follows the instructions of the PCA Supervisor in providing personal assistance services.
- Provide assistance with hygiene such as bathing, oral care, and dressing.
- Assist with food preparation; serve food, performs errands, light housekeeping, laundry, wash dishes.
- Have knowledge of agency policy and procedures.
- Perform and record accurate measurements (i.e. vital signs, or intake/output as instructed in the care plans).
- Observe and report any safety hazards found in the client’s home or any significant observations regarding the client.
- Report client complaints to the PCA Supervisor.
- Maintain client confidentiality/adheres to HIPAA requirements and agency policy and procedures manual.
- Possess the ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Report abnormal findings in client’s conditions as observed and per service plan to Personal Support Specialist Supervisor.
Job Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited High School or equivalent preferred.
- Ability read, write and follow directions.
- At least 18 years of age and has demonstrated competency.
- Work positively and favorably with clients, families, and staff.
- Past caregiving experience is preferred but not required; we have a great training program in place.
Must have a sympathetic attitude towards the care of the elderly with the patience to effectively complete assigned tasks on a per client basis.
In most cases, if serving multiple clients, reliable transportation is a requirement as you'll be traveling between clients during your week.
A valid driver license or State ID.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- How many hours are you seeking to work per week?
- Are you comfortable working in a home with pets?
- Do you live within 25 miles of this location?
- Are you a current resident?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- HHA Certificate (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Milwaukie, OR: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Multiple locations