Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Job Description
You can work anywhere....but will you leave each day knowing that you have literally made a difference in someone's life? No experience in healthcare? It doesn't matter, we will train you!
The Village at Morrisons Cove is currently seeking full time, part time and casual 2nd shift Personal Care Aides to provide exceptional care to our residents. We are also looking to hire casual 1st shift.
Experience as a caregiver is preferred, but not required. The Village will provide on the job training. Candidate must be in good physical and mental health, exhibit effective interpersonal and communication skills, be 21 years of age or older. CPR and First Aide certified or willingness to become certified. Willing to complete in-house personal care training.
As a Personal Care Aide, you will qualify for a $2/hr shift differential on 2nd and 3rd and on weekends! The Village at Morrisons Cove is an EOE. Apply online or in person!
We are looking for a competent personal care assistant to support physically or mentally challenged customers in their everyday lives. The fulfilment and satisfaction that comes with helping others surpasses the challenges of this job. If you’re a compassionate, positive person who isn’t afraid to work hard, then this is a job for you. We expect you to be polite and a good communicator. Experience in housekeeping tasks and caring for the elderly or sick will make you a strong candidate.
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
Skills
Proven experience as 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
High school diploma or equivalent
A valid driver’s license