Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

$35,360 - $39,520/Yr

Center For Transitional Living - Coventry, CT

posted 5 months ago

Part-time - Entry Level
Coventry, CT
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) in Coventry, CT, you will play a vital role in providing personal care assistance to individuals in their homes or in nursing home settings. This part-time position offers a competitive pay rate of $17 to $19 per hour, depending on experience. The job requires you to assist clients with their daily living activities, ensuring they receive the support they need to maintain their independence and quality of life. You will be responsible for helping with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, as well as administering medications as directed by healthcare professionals. Monitoring and reporting any changes in clients' health status to the appropriate healthcare providers is also a critical part of your role. In addition to personal care tasks, you will assist clients with mobility and transfers, utilizing assistive devices and proper lifting techniques to ensure their safety. Providing companionship and emotional support is essential, as many clients may feel isolated or lonely. You may also be required to help with meal preparation and feeding, as well as perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for your clients. This position may require working various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, with specific schedules discussed during the interview process. If you are passionate about providing quality care to individuals in need and are looking for a rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career growth within our organization.

Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care assistance to individuals in their homes or in nursing home settings.
  • Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals.
  • Monitor and report changes in clients' health status to the appropriate healthcare providers.
  • Assist with mobility and transfers, including using assistive devices and lifting techniques.
  • Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
  • Help with meal preparation and feeding if necessary.
  • Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in caregiving or a related field is preferred.
  • Familiarity with senior care or childcare is a plus.
  • Knowledge of personal care systems and techniques.
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks as required.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Compassionate and patient nature.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in senior care or childcare is a plus.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
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