Personal Care Aide (56029)
About The Position
Personal Care Aide in Wausau, WI 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, 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! Our Personal Care Aides/Caregivers enjoy some excellent benefits: $19-$22 per hour depending on placement and experience 1:1 Aide-to-client ratios Set your own schedule and enjoy work-life balance Build your skills with online training and earn CEUs Pursue your education with tuition discounts through Rasmussen University 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
Requirements
- High school diploma (or equivalent)
- Six (6) months of experience in a healthcare role, preferred
- CPR certification
- Valid WI driver’s license, auto insurance and transportation
- Compassionate and helping nature, good communicator and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Six (6) months of experience in a healthcare role
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- $19-$22 per hour depending on placement and experience
- 1:1 Aide-to-client ratios
- Set your own schedule and enjoy work-life balance
- Build your skills with online training and earn CEUs
- Pursue your education with tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
