Job Title:

PCA ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ambulation, transfer, and positioning of clients. Assist with bathing, grooming, shaving, dental care, dressing, and eating. Knowledge of Basic First Aid and CPR. Meet client's special needs as it relates to: home safety & sanitation infection control in the home Medically related activities including: Implement current Certified Nurse Aide services. Ensure Service Plans of Care are discussed with the DJ'S Home Care Supervisor on a regular basis. Ensure client assignments and reports are received from the DJ'S Home Care Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required. One year-full time experience in personal care or an institutional setting, such as a hospital or nursing home, or one-year full-time experience within the last five years in direct client care in a home care agency setting; OR Evidence of sympathetic attitude toward elderly care. Demonstrated ability to read, write and carry out directions. Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands. Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Attend eight (8) hours of personal care-oriented services per year. Participate in professional meetings when directed. Ability to work closely supervised to ensure competence in providing client care. Must have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered a position with the agency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sufficient visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication.

Ability to:

Perform tasks involving activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing. Deal effectively with stress. Work assigned hours per week. Bend and stand an average of six (6) hours per day. Lift up to 30+ pounds. Drive up to 50+ miles per day. Assess and communicate with ill clients, co-workers and general public. Must be neat in appearance and practice good personal hygiene. May be hired by the agency if the following conditions have been met: The Personal Care Aide is expected to pass the competency examination with a score of 80% or better. Communication skills. Observation, reporting and documentation of a client's status and the care or service furnished. Basic infection control procedures and instruction on universal precautions. Basic elements of body functions and changes in body function that must be reported to the Supervisor. Maintenance of a clean, healthy and safe environment. Recognize emergencies and knowledge of emergency procedures. Understand the physical, emotional and developmental needs of the populations served by the agency including the need for respect for the client and his or her privacy and property.

Pay:

$15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

On the road