Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant - All Shifts - $17 - $21 / hr

$35,360 - $43,680/Yr

Maxim Healthcare Services - Lake Elsinore, CA

Full-time

Lake Elsinore, CA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

A Personal Care Assistant (PCA) is an essential role within the healthcare system, providing vital support services to clients who require assistance with personal care, physical mobility, and therapeutic needs. This position is designed for individuals who are compassionate, patient, and dedicated to improving the quality of life for those they assist. The PCA works under the guidance of rehabilitation health practitioners, social workers, or other healthcare professionals, ensuring that clients receive the necessary care tailored to their specific needs. The role may take place in various settings, including clients' homes, schools, or community environments, making flexibility and adaptability key attributes for success in this position. The PCA is responsible for a wide range of essential duties that contribute to the overall well-being of clients. These responsibilities include providing assistance with daily activities such as personal hygiene, mobility, and health care tasks. The PCA must demonstrate competence in performing the skills outlined in the care plan, ensuring that all services provided are in line with the client's health requirements. In addition to personal care, the PCA may also assist in educational settings, supporting students in their learning and providing feedback to teachers and supervisors. This multifaceted role requires a strong commitment to confidentiality and adherence to health privacy regulations, such as HIPAA. Furthermore, the PCA plays a crucial role in fostering independence among clients by encouraging self-care activities and implementing behavior management techniques as directed by healthcare practitioners. The ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and other professionals is vital, as is the capacity to report any changes in client status promptly. Overall, the Personal Care Assistant position is a rewarding opportunity for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides services to persons who need help with day-to-day activities
• Demonstrates competence in performing necessary skills as per the care plan
• Provides health care tasks, personal hygiene services, and other related support services essential to the client's health
• Assists with transfers and ambulation
• Aids teacher in helping students learn and provides feedback to students and supervisors/teachers (if applicable)
• Performs incidental household services that are an integral part of a personal care plan (if applicable)
• In school setting, accompanies student on bus to and from school (if applicable)
• Provides companionship by reading, listening, and talking with the client
• May assist in supervision of students during recess and lunch periods and accompany students on community experiences
• Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements
• Assists client in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines, and personal hygiene
• Implements behavior management techniques as directed by the supervisor/healthcare practitioner
• Appropriately reports changes in client status or as directed by care plan
• Maintains confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families, and employees
• Adheres to HIPAA privacy policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Requirements

• State licensure or certification as required by state and/or program
• One (1) year relevant experience preferred
• Current BLS Card
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray
• Knowledge of child growth and development
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between home, school, local health agency, and other community resources
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age