PCA-Personal Care Assistance

$37,440 - $41,600/Yr

Guardian Angel Senior Services - Springfield, MA

posted 5 months ago

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level
Springfield, MA
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) at Guardian Angel Senior Services, you will play a vital role in providing care and companionship to elderly and disabled individuals in the comfort of their own homes. This position offers flexible hours, allowing you to create your own schedule based on client availability. Whether you choose to work part-time or full-time, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of those you assist. No prior experience is necessary, as we provide training for candidates who demonstrate the right mindset and compassion for caregiving. Your responsibilities will include assisting clients with personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation, as well as performing light housekeeping duties and providing companionship. You will also be responsible for medication reminders and ensuring the overall cleanliness and orderliness of the home. This role requires a respectful and compassionate demeanor, as well as the ability to act quickly and responsibly in emergency situations. Join our team and help us provide essential support to those in need!

Responsibilities

  • Assisting clients with personal hygiene and getting dressed
  • Performing general cleaning duties
  • Assisting with eating
  • Helping with shopping errands
  • Providing medication reminders
  • Performing light housekeeping duties
  • Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the home
  • Shopping for groceries and household supplies
  • Vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping
  • Cleaning rooms, halls, and bathrooms
  • Emptying and replacing trash containers
  • Planning and preparing meals with assistance from the client
  • Being a pleasant and supportive companion
  • Reporting any unusual incidents
  • Acting quickly and responsibly in cases of emergencies

Requirements

  • Have own vehicle
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Ability to write, read, and speak English fluently
  • Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
  • Respectful and compassionate demeanor
  • Good time management skills
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in time management

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
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