Personal Care Aide PCA

$36,504 - $36,504/Yr

Rockaway Home Care - Carmel, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Carmel, NY

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide essential support to individuals in need. The ideal candidate will assist clients with personal care tasks, offer companionship, and help with daily activities, ensuring a clean and safe environment. This role is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for clients, particularly those with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Help with meal preparation and medication reminders
• Support individuals in daily activities and exercises
• Monitor and report changes in health or behavior
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients

Requirements

• PCA or HHA certificate
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Recent (less than 1 year) full physical
• PPD Rubella and Rubeola titers
• Drug screening
• The ability to read, write and carry out patient care plan activities

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in outpatient care
• Multilingual skills

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Same Day Pay Available
• Weekly direct deposit
• Unionized