Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: 17

Job Title : PCA

Location : Varies Locations

Job Type : PRN

Reports To : Client Coordinator

Job Description :

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated PRN PCA dto provide non-medical support to individuals in the comfort of their homes. This role involves offering companionship, assistance with daily living activities, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our clients. The ideal candidate will be someone who is empathetic, patient, and enjoys building meaningful relationships with elderly, disabled, or ill clients.

Key Responsibilities :

• Companionship : Engage in friendly conversation, provide emotional support, and ensure the client feels safe, respected, and valued.
• Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) :
  • Help with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Assist with mobility and transfers as needed.
  • Aid in meal preparation, feeding, and ensuring proper nutrition.
• Household Assistance :
  • Light housekeeping (e.g., tidying up, laundry, vacuuming, washing dishes).
  • Help with errands such as grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, and other necessary tasks.
• Monitoring and Safety :
  • Observe changes in the clients physical or emotional condition and report to the family or supervisor as necessary.
  • Ensure a safe living environment by identifying hazards and helping with fall prevention.
• Transportation : Provide transportation to appointments or social outings when required.
• Encouragement : Motivate clients to participate in hobbies, exercise, or activities that promote mental and physical well-being.

Qualifications :

• Experience : Previous experience in caregiving, home health, or companion services is preferred but not required.
• Skills :
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to be patient, understanding, and reliable.
  • Capable of following instructions and adhering to care plans.
  • Basic knowledge of elder care, first aid, or CPR is a plus.
• Physical Requirements : Ability to assist clients with mobility, perform light housekeeping, and handle occasional physical tasks.
• Background Check : Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening as required by agency or state regulations.
• Certifications : Pas the PCA test. Provided by the agency

Work Environment :

• Work is performed in the clients home, which may include private residences, apartments, or senior living facilities.
• Some roles may involve travel between multiple clients' homes.

Schedule: PRN (self-schedule) only

Must have a clean background check, drug test, cpr and ppd before entering a residents home.

American Hearts & Home is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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