Personal Care Assistant Blossom Valley Residential Care El Cajon, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $19 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Patient room cleaning Behavioral observation Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities Experience working with individuals with dementia Patient progress tracking Food preparation for special diets HIPAA compliance Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Transporting special needs passengers Safety regulations Patient lift systems Sanitation HIPAA Dressing assistance Medication pass administration Developmental disability care assistance Working with seniors Patient safety Residential housekeeping Personal grooming assistance Healthcare privacy protection Lifts and hoists Personal transportation assistance Errand assistance Experience working with adults with disabilities Accommodating special dietary needs Patient progress monitoring Patient interaction Passenger pickup and drop-off Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to individuals in various care settings. In this role, you will assist clients with daily activities, monitor their health and well-being, and ensure a safe, comfortable environment. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help enhance the quality of life for those you serve. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while gaining valuable experience in healthcare and caregiving. Duties Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support Monitor patients' vital signs and observe for any changes in health or behavior, documenting findings accurately Support medication administration following care plans and HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and safety Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal consumption as needed Operate patient transfer equipment such as Hoyer lifts and utilize proper manual handling techniques for safe patient movement Maintain cleanliness of client living spaces through regular cleaning and sanitation tasks Provide transportation assistance for appointments, errands, or community activities while ensuring client safety Skills Prior experience working in Seniors, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly desirable Strong patient observation skills with the ability to recognize changes in condition or behavior promptly Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer's care, memory care, and hospice care practices Familiarity with care plans, medication administration, patient monitoring, and vital signs measurement Ability to perform personal support tasks such as assisting with ADLs and providing compassionate caregiving for individuals with disabilities or neurodevelopmental disorders Proficiency in using patient transfer methods like Hoyer lifts and understanding manual handling safety procedures Excellent communication skills for effective client interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams Join us in delivering exceptional care that truly makes a difference! We value energetic individuals who are committed to supporting the well-being of others through attentive caregiving, skilled assistance, and compassionate service. This paid position is ideal for those passionate about healthcare careers or seeking meaningful work supporting diverse populations including seniors, individuals with developmental disabilities, or those requiring specialized memory care.

Pay:

From $19.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person