PCA fulltime

Description

Position Summary

A Personal Care Attendant provides direct, hands-on support to individuals who require assistance with daily living activities. The PCA helps maintain the client’s safety, comfort, dignity, and overall well-being while promoting independence to the highest extent possible.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and hygiene.
   
• Support with mobility, transfers, and positioning using proper techniques or equipment.
   
• Assist with continence care, incontinence products, and bathroom reminders.
   

Household Support

• Perform light housekeeping related to the client’s care (e.g., laundry, changing linens, tidying living areas).
   
• Prepare or assist with simple meals following dietary guidelines or preferences.
   
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
   

Companionship & Supervision

• Provide social engagement, conversation, and emotional support.
   
• Supervise for safety and provide redirection when needed.
   
• Accompany clients to appointments, community activities, or errands (if applicable).
   

Health & Documentation

• Observe and report changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to supervisors.
   
• Document care notes accurately and promptly in accordance with company policy.
   
• Follow the care plan and all agency policies and procedures.
   

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement 18
   
• Previous caregiving experience or formal training (preferred but not always required).
   
• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist clients safely.
   
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes.
   
• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
   

Work Environment

• Care is provided in the client’s home or community setting.
   
• May require flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, depending on the client’s needs.
   

Core Competencies

• Compassion and empathy
   
• Dependability and punctuality
   
• Professionalism
   
• Respect for confidentiality
   
• Ability to follow instructions and care plans