PCA-Personal Care Assistant

$22,048 - $22,048/Yr

A Pineywoods Home Services - Hewitt, TX

Part-time - Entry Level

Hewitt, TX

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) role at A Pineywoods Home Health involves providing essential personal care and household support to aged or infirmed individuals in a home setting. The position is part-time and focuses on delivering compassionate care while ensuring the well-being and comfort of clients. The PCA will assist with daily living activities, maintain a clean environment, and report any changes in the client's condition to the appropriate supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assist with or provide personal care duties as outlined in the Plan of Care or Individual Service Plan.
• Perform bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks for clients.
• Assist clients with self-administered medications, including reminders and providing necessary items.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding clients as needed.
• Perform light housekeeping duties related to the client's care, ensuring time spent does not exceed 20% of work hours.
• Report any abnormal conditions or changes in the client's behavior or medical status to the R.N. or supervisor.
• Maintain the rights and dignity of the client at all times.
• Adhere to the scheduled work hours and report any changes in schedule to the coordinator.
• Complete other assigned duties as necessary.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to complete service delivery records (time sheets).
• Ability to follow specific directions related to personal care tasks and light housekeeping duties.
• Availability of personal, reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to analyze and handle emergency situations.
• Ability to manage time wisely and complete daily tasks.

Nice-to-haves

• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
• 1 year of caregiving experience (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Preferred)

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive work environment
• Opportunity to make a difference in clients' lives