Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Aspen Health - Akron, OH

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Akron, OH

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) role at Aspen Health involves providing essential support to elderly or disabled adults in their homes. The position focuses on assisting with daily living activities, ensuring the well-being and comfort of clients while promoting independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist elderly or disabled adults with daily living activities at their home.
• Perform household tasks such as making beds, doing laundry, and washing dishes.
• Prepare meals for clients as needed.
• Provide personal care assistance to clients.
• Advise families and clients on nutrition, cleanliness, and household utilities.
• Assist with scheduling medical appointments and transportation.
• Accompany clients to medical appointments.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a formal certification training program or a written skills test and competency evaluation.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in a supervised setting, preferably in a healthcare facility under the direction of an RN.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written Plan of Care.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program