What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Gentiva?
Our Company
Gentiva Personal Care is member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.
Overview
Private Duty Caregivers help our clients age in place. We are looking for Personal Care Attendants (PCA) to join our team. This position requires someone who is caring and dependable that will assist elderly and/or disabled persons in their homes or places of residence. Personal Care Attendants assist with client needs and perform the day-to-day activities of care giving based on approved tasks. PCAs will provide care based on company policies and tasks outlined in the patient’s individualized care plan. This can include hygiene assistance such as showering, dressing and restroom care,preparing of meals, assisting with grocery and personal shopping, assisting with personal care, running errands, and performing light housekeeping.
Our clients live in the surrounding area and we try our best to match you with clients closest to you!
About You
At least 18 years of age
Experience preferred
Physical ability to perform personal care tasks
Ability to read, write, understand, carry out directions, keep simple medical records and function with minimal supervision
Must have reliable transportation
Must not have a criminal conviction which bars employment
Must have no adverse record or be listed in the Nurse Aide Registry or Employee Misconduct Registry or exclusion list
Must meet any state requirements related to work experience
Must meet any state requirements related to training
We Offer
Competitive Wages
Performance Based Raise Opportunities
Career paths
Paid Weekly
Paid Sick Time
Flexible Schedules - 4 to 12 hour shifts, Day and Night Shifts
8 to 40 or more Hours a week
Overtime and Holiday Pay
Continuing Education classes
Bonus Opportunities
Recognition Programs
401k with matching
Medical Benefits *must meet eligibility requirements after a full year of employment
$300 sign on bonus, plus additional $100 bonus if already a registered and fingerprinted HCA
Legalese
This is a safety-sensitive position
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
We are proud to be an EEO employer
We maintain a drug-free workplace
ReqID: 2023-72830
Category: Clinical
Position Type: Flex/Per Diem
Company: Gentiva Personal Care
Type of Service: Personal Care Only
