Personal Care Aide (PCA)

$36,504 - $36,504/Yr

Addus HomeCare - Pearl River, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Pearl River, NY

1,001-5,000 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Personal Care Aide (PCA) position at Addus Homecare involves providing essential homecare services to clients, ensuring their personal care needs are met while maintaining a safe and supportive environment. The role requires following specific care plans, assisting with daily living activities, and observing clients' conditions to report any changes. This position is crucial in helping clients remain in their homes and live independently.

Responsibilities

• Follow specific care plans for clients and report on completed tasks.
• Assist with personal care needs of the client (bathing, dressing, etc.).
• Provide or assist in routine house cleaning, meal preparation, and laundry.
• Assist client with the self-administration of medications.
• Observe and report any changes in client's condition.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information.
• Maintain regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department.
• Follow all Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations and requirements.
• Abide by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be a Certified Home Health or Personal Care Aide with evidence of NYS Home Care Registry enrollment after completion of a NYS Department of Health approved Home Health training program.
• Pre-employment physical examination/PPD prior to patient contact.
• Must have reliable transportation; if by car, a valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required.
• Nurturing and compassionate nature with the desire to care for others.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Medical benefits
• Daily pay available for select positions