Caregiver/Personal Assistant (PCA / Female)

$33,280 - $35,360/Yr

Angels Homecare - Lombard, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Lombard, IL

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

Angels Homecare is urgently seeking a dedicated caregiver/personal assistant (PCA) to provide essential support to residents in Turnberry Ln, Las Vegas, NV. This role is crucial in assisting residents with their daily activities and ensuring their comfort and well-being. The caregiver will be responsible for helping residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transferring. The caregiver will also facilitate residents' participation in activities and meals according to their individual service plans, promoting independence and encouraging them to perform as much of their own care as possible. In addition to personal care, the caregiver will serve meals to residents in the dining room or their apartments, assist in meal preparation following pre-planned menus, and encourage proper nutrition and hydration. It is essential to respect residents' rights to make choices about their diets while also monitoring and reporting any changes in their eating habits to the supervisor. The caregiver will also engage residents in leisure activities as outlined in the activity calendar, fostering socialization and friendships among residents. Maintaining accurate and timely records of residents' daily activities, medication distribution, and any changes in their physical or emotional conditions is a critical part of the role. The caregiver must report any significant observations to the supervisor promptly. Furthermore, the caregiver is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents, which includes performing general housekeeping duties and adhering to cleaning schedules for various areas of the facility. In emergency situations, the caregiver must follow proper procedures and respond positively to residents' requests for assistance. This position offers flexible scheduling options, including full-time, part-time, and contract opportunities, with pay ranging from $16 to $17 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transferring.
• Encourage residents to perform as much of their own care as possible.
• Serve meals to residents and assist in meal preparation according to pre-planned menus.
• Encourage residents to maintain a proper diet and adequate fluid intake, respecting their right to free choice.
• Record and report changes in residents' eating habits to the supervisor.
• Initiate and participate in leisure activities for residents as described in the activity calendar.
• Encourage residents to socialize and participate in planned activities or programs.
• Maintain residents' records daily in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Document medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, and observations.
• Report any changes in residents' physical condition and/or behavior to the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents, performing general housekeeping duties.
• Follow cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining areas, living spaces, bathrooms, kitchens, and other areas.
• Respond promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance in emergency situations.

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the US.
• Preferred at least 2 years of experience as a PCA.
• Must have a PCA or CNA certification.
• Vaccinated or unvaccinated candidates are welcome (proof required prior to seeing a client).
• Ability to work day shifts and be flexible with hours.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)