PCA Aides - PCA- Summerville AM/PM Split Shift

Active Day•Summerville, SC

15d

About The Position

Active Homecare is hiring experienced Caregivers and Personal Care Aides to support clients in their homes. The role helps clients maintain their health, safety, and independence through home support, medical monitoring, transportation services, and assistance with activities of daily living. Team members are expected to be positive, thoughtful, supportive, productive, and dependable while helping promote the health and happiness of clients and their caregivers. The Summerville client needs care from 5:30 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. and again from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The posting also describes flexible schedules and multiple shift options, including full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities.

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 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 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 to clients.
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 health care setting preferred.
Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

Support and assist clients 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 measures.
Prepare and serve meals and snacks, clear tables, and assist with feeding as needed.
Observe clients for changes in condition or unusual occurrences and escalate concerns as appropriate.
Run errands as needed, including shopping for food or personal items and meeting clients or taking them to appointments.
Monitor client activities and maintain a sanitary, clutter-free environment to help ensure safety.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with clients and their families, coworkers, referral agencies, and the community.
Follow company policies and procedures, as well as applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.