PCAS NEEDED - RIVERHEAD

$41,600 - $45,760/Yr

East End Home Care - Riverhead, NY

Part-time - Entry Level

Riverhead, NY

About the position

We are seeking NYS Certified Personal Care Aides (PCAs) to join our team in Riverhead, NY. This part-time position offers flexible hours, with shifts ranging from 4 to 8 hours per day. The role focuses on providing essential support to clients in their homes, ensuring their comfort and safety while assisting with daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation.
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks, etc.).
• Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals, and help with physical therapy exercises.
• Complete client's shopping or accompany them to successfully do so.
• Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents.
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary.

Requirements

• NYS Certified PCA certification.
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year).
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation every single day.
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner.
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client).
• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills.
• Supportive and compassionate attitude.
• Take pride in providing high quality care.

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $20 per hour.
• Flexible part-time hours.