PCA Aides - PCA Florence

Active Day•Florence, SC

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Personal Care Aides support clients in their homes by providing home support, medical monitoring, transportation, and assistance with activities of daily living. The role helps promote clients’ health, safety, and well-being and may enable them to remain safely at home with their families. Team members are expected to maintain a positive attitude, be dependable and supportive coworkers, and enhance the health and happiness of the people served. The posting describes multiple immediate opportunities for experienced caregivers and personal care assistants, with full-time, part-time, and per-diem shifts and flexible schedules.

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 that require driving or running errands for clients.
For positions involving driving for clients, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle registration and insurance are required.
Strong communication and 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 to members.
Successful background check and, where applicable, satisfaction of additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Current Home Health Aide 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 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.
Ensure member safety by monitoring activities and maintaining a sanitary, clutter-free environment.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members and their 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.

Benefits

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