Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Job Description Job Summary The PCA will provide essential support to my husband, John Hartley, who has disabilities and is an elderly person in need of assistance with activities of daily living. This role involves helping with personal hygiene, toileting, ambulation, and other daily tasks, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. The job involves working in our home in Proctor, MN. The PCA acts as a caregiver by promoting independence while delivering compassionate care. This personal care assistant job description highlights the need for strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with family members to meet the needs of the client. ResponsibilitiesPersonal Care and Assistance

• Assist with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to improve the client's overall well-being.
• Support clients in mobility and ambulation, including transferring them from bed to chair or assisting with walking.
• Help with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring dietary needs are met.
• Perform light housekeeping and household chores, such as laundry, cleaning, and changing linens, to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Administer medication. Health Monitoring and Care
• Observing for any changes in their physical or emotional state.
• Work closely with family members to update them on the client's progress and needs.
• Follow care plans and assist with first aid or emergency response as necessary. Communication and Documentation
• Communicate effectively with family members to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate records of the care provided, including daily activities, changes in the client's condition, and any incidents.
• Ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner and according to the care plan. Requirements and Skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and good communication for interacting with clients, family members, and healthcare providers.
• Knowledge of personal hygiene and housekeeping duties to support clients in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.
• Ability to manage multiple job duties, including light housekeeping, meal prep, and activities of daily living.
• Ability to pass a background check as part of the hiring process.
• Familiarity with basic first aid and emergency response protocols. Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license required for running errands. How to apply and other details
• Need 10 hours per week
• Pay is $20 to $25/hour dependent upon qualifications.
• Home is in Proctor, MN.
• John suffered a stroke which resulted in difficulties with cognitive thinking.

He occasionally struggles with his words (uses word salad). Physically he is fairly strong and can ambulate with a front wheeled walker.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person