Day Shifts Personal Care Aide (PCA) Jobs

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Caregivers Home Care - Utica, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Utica, NY

11-50 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

CareGivers Home Care is seeking dependable and caring individuals to join our team as Personal Care Aides (PCA). This position offers flexibility in scheduling, allowing you to choose shifts that fit your availability, whether on weekdays or weekends. As a PCA, you will be responsible for providing essential personal care to clients, ensuring they feel clean, refreshed, and safe in their homes. Your duties may include assisting clients with personal hygiene, preparing meals, tidying their living spaces, and ensuring they adhere to their medication schedules. You will also have the opportunity to run errands or shop for clients, with mileage reimbursement provided for travel. To qualify for this position, you must be a certified PCA, Home Health Aide (HHA), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). If you have at least three months of caregiving experience within the last three years, you may be eligible to become a PCA through our free one-day alternative competency training class. We also welcome nursing students who may work as HHAs. A reliable vehicle and valid driver's license are required, as you may need to transport clients to appointments. At CareGivers, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, compassionate home care, having served the community for over 50 years. We are looking for positive and skilled professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of others. Join our family-oriented team and enjoy the benefits of flexible scheduling, paid time off, and competitive pay.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to clients, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Assist clients with personal hygiene and grooming tasks.
• Prepare meals and learn new recipes to cater to clients' dietary needs.
• Maintain a tidy living environment for clients to promote health and safety.
• Ensure clients follow their medication schedules accurately.
• Transport clients to appointments and run errands as needed.

Requirements

• Must be a certified Personal Care Aide (PCA), Home Health Aide (HHA), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
• At least 3 months of previous caregiving experience in the last three years is preferred.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must meet health requirements and be dependable.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in caregiving or related fields.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to clients' needs.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options for shifts.
• Paid time off (up to 56 hours).
• Employee referral bonus (up to $600 per referral).
• Weekly paychecks (direct deposit or check).
• Paid travel time between cases.
• 401k and health benefits available for qualified employees.