PCA-Personal Care Assistance

$37,440 - $41,600/Yr

Guardian Angel Senior Services - Springfield, MA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Springfield, MA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The PCA-Personal Care Assistant position at Guardian Angel Senior Services involves providing care and companionship to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes. This role offers flexible scheduling options, allowing caregivers to create their own work hours while assisting clients with daily living activities and ensuring their comfort and safety.

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

• No experience needed
• 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

• Covid Vaccinated (Booster not required)

Benefits

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