Personal Care Assistant (DD)

Addus HomeCare - Casas Adobes, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Casas Adobes, AZ

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) role at Arcadia Home Care & Staffing involves providing essential support to children with disabilities. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about helping others and offers flexible hours to accommodate personal needs while delivering impactful care. The PCA will follow care plans, assist with personal care, and ensure the well-being of clients in a supportive environment.

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.
• Transport clients to doctor's office, grocery store and other essential errands.
• 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
• Satisfactory completion of Agency qualifying exam.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Nurturing and compassionate nature with the desire to care for others.

Benefits

• Daily pay for select positions
• Flexible hours to accommodate personal needs
• Opportunity to learn the fundamentals of quality home care
• Supportive work environment with a focus on employee wellbeing