Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Job Description
We are looking for a compassionate In-Home Aide to provide non-medical services to senior citizens or home-bound clients in their everyday lives. The fulfilment and satisfaction that comes with helping others is the best part of this job. If you are a compassionate, nurturing and positive person who enjoys helping others, then this is a job for you. We expect you to be patient, polite, and a good communicator. Experience in housekeeping tasks and caring for the elderly or sick will make you a strong candidate. Responsibilities Remind clients to take their medication on time Assist clients with their daily living Help clients dress, bathe, eat etc. Cook meals according to the customer’s restrictions Help customers with their shopping and running errand 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 Provide respite, companion and sitter care services Skills Proven experience as personal care assistant or caregiver 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 Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Ability to successfully pass criminal background check. Ability to be bonded.