PCA & Homemaker - Amherst, MA

Description

Prime Home Health and Companion Care is seeking compassionate Personal Care Assistants and Homemakers to support elderly, disabled, and chronically ill clients in their own homes. As a member of our team, you’ll provide personal care and homemaking services and emotional support to create a safe, clean environment for each client.

Client Location: Amherst, MA (potential for additional shifts with clients in nearby areas)

Shift Details: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.   (Additional shifts may be available in surrounding areas with other clients if interested.)

Why Work With Us?

We offer a supportive and positive work environment that includes:

• Flexible Scheduling: Find shifts that align with your availability.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop your skills with on-the-job training and room for advancement.
• Safe and Respectful Workplace: We prioritize safety and a respectful atmosphere.
• No Office Visits: Work directly with clients in their homes without the need for traveling to our office to complete tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Assist with daily activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Emotional Support: Provide companionship and emotional encouragement, helping clients maintain a positive outlook.
• Mobility Assistance: Aid clients with mobility using Hoyer lifts and Sit-to-Stand devices (experience preferred but not required).
• Follow Care Plans: Work closely with nurses, therapists, and doctors to provide care as outlined in individual care plans.
• Maintain Environment: Keep the home environment clean, safe, and supportive of each client’s needs.
• Documentation: Accurately record patient care and report any changes in condition to the care team.

Requirements

• Certification: Current PCA and Homemaking certification.
• License: Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance.
• Experience: Prior experience working with elders is required.
• Skills: Compassionate, reliable, patient, and committed to helping others.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours tailored to your schedule
• Hands-on training and career growth opportunities
• Additional shifts with clients in surrounding areas if interested
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Eligibility requirements for benefits apply and may vary based on employment status and other criteria.

About Prime Home Health and Companion Care: Prime Home Health and Companion Care is a client-centered healthcare business serving the Springfield, MA, and Plainville, MA areas. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate, professional in-home care that helps our clients live comfortably and independently. Join a team that values your work, supports your growth, and offers a fulfilling role in caregiving. Join Prime Home Health and Companion Care to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients and grow your career in a supportive, flexible environment.

All positions are subject to background checks, and eligibility requirements apply for any offered benefits.

At Prime Home Health and Companion Care, we believe that a diverse team enhances our ability to provide compassionate, high-quality care to all. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We welcome caregivers of all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone feels empowered to make a difference in the lives of our clients and communities.