PCA Aides - PCA- Seabrook

Active Day • Seabrook Island, SC

9d

About The Position

Personal Care Aides help promote, restore, and maintain clients’ health through home support, medical monitoring, transportation, and assistance with activities of daily living. Team members are expected to maintain a positive attitude, be supportive and dependable coworkers, keep members safe, and contribute to the health and happiness of the people served and those who care for them.

The listed Seabrook schedule is Monday 12:30 p.m.–7 p.m., Tuesday 8 a.m.–7 p.m., Wednesday 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Thursday 12:30 p.m.–7 p.m., and Friday 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for positions that do not require driving for clients; at least 21 years of age for positions requiring driving or running errands for clients.
• 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 an extended period while providing physical assistance.
• Successful background check and, where applicable, compliance with additional state-specific regulatory requirements.
• For positions involving driving for clients, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle registration and insurance are required.

Nice To Haves

• Current Home Health Aid and/or C.N.A. certification preferred.
• At least one year of full-time-equivalent experience in a health care 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.
• 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, safety requirements, and regulatory laws and standards.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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