Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

$20,800 - $24,960/Yr

Unclassified - Danielsville, GA

posted 4 months ago

Part-time - Entry Level
Danielsville, GA

About the position

We are seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) in the Danielsville/Ila, GA area to provide essential daily living assistance to individuals in need. The ideal candidate will have experience in personal care homes or home community care settings. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others while gaining valuable experience in the caregiving field. The PCA will be responsible for assisting clients with personal hygiene tasks, administering medications, and supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily activities. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and CPR certification, along with a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized living environment for clients. In this role, you will assist clients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing. You will also be responsible for administering medications following prescribed schedules and preparing nutritious meals according to dietary requirements. Monitoring and recording vital signs as needed is a critical part of the job, as is maintaining a clean and organized living environment. Additionally, you will assist with lifting and transferring clients when necessary, ensuring their comfort and safety at all times. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in caregiving, preferably in a personal care home or group home setting. Proficiency in providing personal care services, including medication administration and meal preparation, is essential. You should also have the ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities and knowledge of vital signs monitoring and basic healthcare procedures. This position is perfect for someone who is dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to those in need.

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
  • Administer medications following prescribed schedules
  • Support individuals with developmental disabilities in daily activities
  • Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to dietary requirements
  • Monitor and record vital signs as needed
  • Maintain a clean and organized living environment
  • Assist with lifting and transferring clients when necessary

Requirements

  • Prior experience in caregiving, preferably in a personal care home or group home setting
  • Proficiency in providing personal care services including medication administration and meal preparation
  • Ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities
  • Knowledge of vital signs monitoring and basic healthcare procedures
  • High school diploma or GED
  • CPR Certification

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in personal care home or home community care settings
  • Competent in medication administration practices
  • Familiarity with working with people with developmental disabilities
  • Capable of meal preparation according to dietary needs
  • Ability to monitor vital signs accurately
  • Experience in group home environments
  • Ability to lift and assist clients as required

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
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