PCA (Personal Care Assistant) - Madera County

$33,280 - $37,440/Yr

Maxim Healthcare Services - Madera, CA

Full-time

Madera, CA

5,001-10,000 employees

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 to help individuals maintain their independence and quality of life, as established by healthcare professionals such as rehabilitation practitioners and social workers. PCAs may work in various settings, including clients' homes, schools, and community environments, adapting their services to meet the unique needs of each individual they assist. The PCA is responsible for delivering a range of services that facilitate day-to-day activities for clients. This includes providing personal hygiene care, assisting with mobility and transfers, and offering companionship through engaging activities such as reading and conversation. In educational settings, the PCA may support students by aiding in their learning processes and providing supervision during breaks and community outings. The role requires strict adherence to confidentiality and compliance with health privacy regulations, ensuring that all client information is handled with the utmost care. Additionally, the PCA plays a crucial role in promoting the development of independent living skills among clients. This involves guiding them through self-care routines and implementing behavior management techniques as directed by healthcare supervisors. The PCA must also be vigilant in monitoring and reporting any changes in a client's condition, ensuring that care plans are followed accurately and effectively. Overall, the PCA position is integral to enhancing the well-being of clients and supporting their journey towards greater independence and health.

Responsibilities

• Provides services to persons who need help with day-to-day activities
• Demonstrates competence in performing the necessary skills and perform those skills on the plan of care
• 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 student learn and provides feedback to student 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 client
• May assist in supervision of students during recess and lunch periods and accompany student 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 in accordance with the directions given by the supervisor/healthcare practitioner; including reinforcing appropriate behaviors in accordance with plans and discouraging negative behavior, managing time out, or other techniques as directed
• 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 the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) 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 the home, school, local health agency, and other community resources
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Direct Deposit
• Positive Work Environment and Internal Bonuses
• Travel Benefits (as applicable)
• 24 hour on-call service