Personal Care Assistant

Leaving Footprints Home Care - Indianapolis, IN

Part-time - Entry Level

Indianapolis, IN

Social Assistance

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) role involves providing essential support to physically or mentally challenged clients in their daily activities. This part-time position requires a compassionate individual who can assist with personal care tasks, medication management, and emotional support, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for clients.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients receive their medication on time
• Support clients who can't move on their own
• Help clients dress, bathe, eat, etc.
• Assist clients with physical therapy exercises
• Cook meals according to the customer's restrictions
• Help customers with their shopping
• Do necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean environment
• Provide emotional support
• Inform physicians or supervisors about uncommon events
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Requirements

• Proven experience as a personal care assistant
• Committed to health & safety
• Able to do housework and cooking
• Well-organized and reliable
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Positive and compassionate attitude
• Strong ethics
• Physical stamina
• CPR certified
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver's license

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in senior care
• Bilingual
• Hoyer lift experience

Benefits

• Flexible schedule