PCA/Caregiver

CASE IS LOCATED IN EAST HADDAM, CT. HOURS ARE MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 1P-7P AND FRIDAYS 1P-8P

Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals in retirement homes, nursing homes, or within their own home communities. Your primary focus will be on assisting clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being while promoting independence. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about caregiving and have experience in providing care to those with varying needs, including dementia care. Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
• Monitor and record vital signs as needed, reporting any changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in social activities to enhance their quality of life.
• Assist clients with mobility and transportation needs, including driving them to appointments or social events.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties.
• Support clients with personal hygiene routines and medication reminders.
• Document care provided and communicate effectively with family members and healthcare teams. Qualifications
• Previous experience in caregiving, particularly in retirement homes or nursing homes, is preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia care practices is a plus.
• Ability to assist with meal preparation and understand dietary restrictions.
• Familiarity with monitoring vital signs and basic health systems is beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and their families.
• Compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others maintain their independence.
• Reliable transportation for driving clients as needed.
• Must be able to pass background checks as required by state regulations.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate care and support. Your dedication can help enhance the quality of life for our clients! case

Pay:

$17.00

• $18.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Application Question(s): Valid drivers license and a vehicle Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

East Haddam, CT 06423 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

East Haddam, CT 06423: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person