Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Sweet Homemaker

Careconnect USA - Waterford, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Waterford, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with Sweet Homemaker, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to clients in their homes across New London County and Middlesex County, CT. This position is designed for certified home health aides who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals requiring home care. You will be at the heart of our client's care, ensuring they receive the support they need to stay safe and comfortable in their own homes. Your responsibilities will include assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, as well as providing emotional support and companionship to both patients and their families. In this role, you will also be responsible for assisting with mobility and transfers, administering medications as directed by healthcare professionals, and monitoring vital signs to report any changes or concerns to the appropriate medical personnel. Maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients is essential, as is the ability to cook simple meals and perform light housekeeping duties as needed. We are looking for compassionate individuals who are dedicated to providing high-quality care and who understand the importance of patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations. If you are ready to join a team of dedicated home health aides and make a significant impact in the lives of those in need, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to patients in their homes, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Assist with mobility and transfers, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients.
• Administer medications as directed by health care professionals.
• Monitor vital signs and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate medical personnel.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.

Requirements

• Certified Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certification is required.
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations and the importance of patient confidentiality.
• Ability to cook simple meals and perform light housekeeping duties as needed.
• Satisfactory completion of New York State Health Department-approved HHA Training Program or equivalency.
• Demonstrated adequate literacy and simple arithmetic skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to read and write at a 5th grade level.
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and valid car insurance.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, seniors, or patients requiring home care is preferred.

Benefits

• PTO and Sick time
• Referral Program