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Personal Care Attendant, Meade Street Residence (Call-in weekend night shift)
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What they do
A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
$32,663 / year median in Pennsylvania
+25% projected growth
Job Description
Personal Care Attendant, Meade Street Residence (Call-in weekend night shift) Show Map
Location
260 South Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18702, United States
Job Category
Direct Care / Non Professional, Aide, Personal Care Attendant
Employee Type
6-Call In
Required Degree
High school
Contact information
Name
Becky Snyder
Phone
570-341-4518
rsnyde@allied-services.org
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Resident Care Coordinator, the Personal Care Attendant will assist in the care of residents by carrying out certain activities of daily living, recreational, dietary, and light housekeeping services in carefully selected situations.
EDUCATION
High school diploma, GED or active registry status on the Pennsylvania nurse aide registry. Successful completion of a training program that meets standards set by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Aging; OR experience listed below preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum of one (1) year of Nurse Aide experience, including the ability to demonstrate competency in skill areas, may be substituted for training program listed above preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Clearances required:
PA State Police criminal history check and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable). Must demonstrate competency in all skill areas included in the Personal Care Home directives or be willing to be trained. Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certification. Must maintain the standards of care and implement the policies and procedures of the facility and Allied Services. Ability to read, write and carry out directions required. Must demonstrate maturity, ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job and a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick. Must practice good personal hygiene. Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff and residents. Must maintain confidentiality of resident information. Valid PA driver's license and available transportation during all working hours preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position involves bending, reaching, and stooping (occasionally in strained position) throughout shift. Ability to transport self throughout facility is required.
ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS
Occasional exposure to body fluids. Occasional chemical exposure from first aid supplies, resident prescriptions and some cleaning supplies. Additional Information
Shift
Nights