PCA Aides - PCA Myrtle Beach

Active Day • Myrtle Beach, SC

11d

About The Position

Personal Care Aides provide home support, medical monitoring, client transportation, and assistance with activities of daily living to help maintain and promote clients’ health and well-being. The role supports clients in staying safely at home and includes personal care, household assistance, meal preparation, observation of changes in condition, and errands as needed.

Team members are expected to maintain a positive attitude, work thoughtfully and dependably with colleagues, keep members safe, and promote the health and happiness of the people served. The posting lists flexible schedules and multiple shift types, including full-time, part-time, and per-diem. Benefits and paid time off are available to eligible teammates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for positions that do not require driving clients.
• At least 21 years of age for positions requiring driving or running errands for clients.
• For positions involving client driving, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle registration and insurance are required.
• Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds, and to stand for extended periods while providing physical assistance to members.
• Successful background check and, where applicable, compliance with additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Current Home Health Aide and/or CNA certification preferred.
• At least one year of full-time-equivalent experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist members with activities of daily living and personal care, including arrival and departure, eating, ambulation, transfers, therapies, and restroom assistance.
• Provide home support and help maintain a healthy environment through light cleaning, laundry, shopping, and home-safety tasks.
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks, clear tables, and assist with feeding as needed.
• Observe members for changes in condition or unusual occurrences and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Run errands as needed, including shopping for food or personal items and meeting or taking members to appointments.
• Monitor activities and maintain a sanitary, clutter-free environment to ensure member safety.
• Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members, families, coworkers, referral agencies, and the community.
• Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages.
• 401(k) for eligible teammates.
• Paid time off for eligible teammates.
• Ongoing educational training.
• Supervision and support by the clinical team.
• Team member recognition and awards.
• Employee Assistance Program with discount programs and employee support.
• Assignments matched to the employee’s geographic location.
• New caregivers can earn up to $1,000 in bonuses, with bonus earnings starting from hour one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED