PCA Personal Care Assistant

$41,600 - $52,000/Yr

Donnelly & Co. Llp - Kansas City, MO

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Kansas City, MO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) role is designed to provide essential support to a young deaf adult with complex needs in a home setting. The ideal candidate will have experience working with adults with special needs and will be responsible for ensuring the individual receives the highest level of care and assistance with daily living activities. This position offers flexible hours, including morning, evening, and weekend shifts, and is crucial for enhancing the well-being of the patient through companionship and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal caregiving services in accordance with an established plan of direct care at home and in the community.
• Assist young adult with activities of daily living and independent living skills.
• Assist with ambulation and provide guard reflex when walking.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding as necessary.
• Perform general housekeeping activities for the individual.
• Provide transportation assistance to and from community activities and appointments.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Willingness to learn some sign language.
• Engage in prolonged periods of standing, leaning, walking, bending, and lifting.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Personal Care Assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential.
• A commitment to providing high-quality care with empathy and respect is required.
• Abuse and Neglect training required.
• Must have and maintain current driver's license and insurance with reliable vehicle.
• Successfully complete pre-employment background check through an agency.
• Completed educational program (HS or college diploma).
• Social security card.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Paid training