Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Sweet Homemaker

Careconnect USA - East Haddam, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

East Haddam, CT

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. Your responsibilities will include assisting clients with daily living activities, ensuring their safety and well-being, and providing emotional support. You will be at the heart of our client's care, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are essential to the health and happiness of your clients. This includes personal care duties such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, as well as assisting with mobility and transfers. You will also be tasked with administering medications as directed by healthcare professionals and monitoring vital signs, reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate medical personnel. Your ability to provide companionship and emotional support will be invaluable to both the patients and their families, helping to create a nurturing environment. To succeed in this position, you must be a certified Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with a strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality. You should possess the ability to cook simple meals and perform light housekeeping duties as needed. This role requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to providing high-quality care and is willing to go the extra mile for their clients. If you are looking to join a team of dedicated home health aides and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need, we encourage you to apply.

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.

Benefits

• PTO and Sick time
• Referral Program