Personal Care Assistant

Unclassified - Putnam, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Putnam, CT

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) role at Assisted Living Services, Inc. is a full-time position focused on providing compassionate in-home eldercare services. The PCA will assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and support them in maintaining their independence in a home environment. This position requires availability for various shifts and emphasizes the importance of reliable and skilled care for clients facing physical or mental challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic domestic services (i.e. meal prep, laundry, light housework)
• Provide companionship and engage in conversation with the client
• Assist with mobility issues, helping client get in and out of bed, wheelchair, etc.
• Remind client to take medications
• Help with personal hygiene (i.e. brushing teeth, toileting, bathing)
• Change bed linens regularly
• Assist with all daily activities, based on clients limitations and needs
• Provide a caring and positive presence for the client
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Requirements

• Must be available Sunday-Wednesday or Thursday-Saturday from 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm, 8am-8pm or 8pm-8am
• Bilingual in Spanish and English Preferred
• Minimum of one year of experience working in a home care or healthcare setting
• Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation
• Car Insurance (Required)
• Willingness to comply with all legal and institutional requirements and guidelines

Benefits

• 401K Plan
• Bonus Incentives
• Direct Deposit
• Health/Supplemental Benefits
• Paid on a Weekly Basis
• Paid Sick Time
• Training Programs/Lab