Caregiver -PCA (Personal Care Attendent )

Professional Case Management

83d • $15 - $17

About The Position

Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule and Terms! Hiring Personal Care Attendants in Tennessee. Hours Available for this location: (You can pick up in other locations as well) PRN, Parttime and Fulltime Hours. Shifts available at this time: Mon- Sun / 12 Hour Shifts/ Dayshifts and Nightshifts (7am-7pm or 7pm -7am).

Requirements

• Completion of the ninth (9th) grade; prefer high school graduate.
• Able to read and write consistent with job requirements.
• Possession of the emotional and cognitive maturity necessary for establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with the client, client’s family, and Agency personnel.
• Neat, clean personal appearance.
• Free from health problems that may be injurious to client, self and coworkers.
• Must have annual TB skin tests and submit proof to Human Resources.
• Possess reliable transportation.
• Ability to demonstrate the appropriate PCP knowledge and skills related to caregiving.
• Good judgment and tact in dealing with people.
• Proper hygiene and knowledge of basic safety and sanitation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with caregiving.
• Knowledge of principles of nutrition and meal preparation.
• Understanding of the aging process and emotional issues related to illness and long-term home care.
• Experience in maintaining a clean, healthful and pleasant environment.
• Awareness that counseling is available if needed for difficult cases.

Responsibilities

• Follow the plan of care prepared by the supervisor with the client.
• Help client maintain personal hygiene.
• Assist in maintaining a healthful, safe environment.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
• Shop for groceries and supplies when instructed to do so by the client.
• Assist client with non-skilled personal care as directed in the written scope of practice.
• Encourage the client to become as independent as possible.
• Provide positive emotional support while performing tasks in the client’s home.
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks as related to a safe and comfortable environment for the client.
• Complete visit reports with time in and time out each day of client visit.
• Report any client concerns or condition changes to the Agency Supervisor or Agency Manager.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Follow emergency procedures in the event of any incident.

Benefits

• Standard Rate: $15.00 - $17.50 Hourly.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees