What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Aide (PCA) position at Interim HealthCare - North Attleboro, MA?
Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Multiple Shifts
If caring for others comes natural to you, this is an ideal career opportunity! As a PCA, you’ll earn competitive pay helping seniors live safely and happily at home. From bathing and dressing to meals and companionship, and light housework you’ll be a source of strength and support to those in need.
Interim HealthCare® is the nation’s first home care company and an employer of choice to PCAs across the U.S. If you have a compassionate heart and a desire to make a career out of caring for others, you are made for this!
This position is to fulfill shifts throughout the 24 hr. day. We have a variety of hours and shifts available during this time frame.
Our Personal Care Aides/Caregivers enjoy some excellent benefits:
- Per diem and part-time positions available.
- Salary range of $15.57 to $20.76 per hour.
- 1:1 Aide-to-client ratios
- Set your own schedule and enjoy work-life balance
- Build your skills with online training and earn CEUs
- Sick pay, holiday pay or other benefits
As a Personal Care Aide/Caregiver, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:
- Provide the personal care and support seniors need to live safely at home
- Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation and companionship
- Help with ambulation, transferring and range of motion exercises
- Provide medication reminders, document their condition and notify a supervisor of any concerns
- Ensure a safe home environment with unobstructed pathways
- Participate in activities that bring clients joy such as puzzles, games, reading and hobbies
A few must-haves for Personal Care Aides/Caregivers:
- High school diploma (or equivalent) and
- Six (6) months of experience in a Personal Care Assistant-role, or similar preferred
- CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation required.
- Compassionate and helping nature, good communicator and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Why Work for Interim HealthCare?
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Personal Care Aides (PCAs)/Caregivers. Operating through 300 offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates PCAs, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of caregivers who are making a significant difference in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based care they provide.
Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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