Personal Care Aide (Westshore)

BOCC Career Site • Tampa, FL

4d • $18

About The Position

Performs duties assisting clients with personal hygiene essential to their health and comfort.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the proper techniques for the care of sick or elderly clients.
• Skill in the application of proper techniques for the care of sick or elderly clients.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to complete reports.
• Completion of the ninth grade; AND
• Possession of a current State of Florida Certificate of Nursing Assistance (CNA); AND
• Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Maintain the ability to pass the background checks required for the position. These background checks may include but are not limited to:
• Criminal History Background Check using Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS)
• Level 1 and Level 2 Background screening (Ch. 435 Florida Statutes)
• Child Abuse, Abandonment and Neglect Record Check using the State Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS)
• Sex Offender and Sexual Predator record check using the list maintained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
• Possess the necessary job-related license(s) or certification(s) that may include possession of a Florida Driver License (Class E) or an applicable Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Responsibilities

• Assists the client to complete personal hygiene (bathing, dressing, grooming, mouth care, etc.)
• Assists the client to and from the bathroom or with bedpan/urinal routines.
• Assists clients in moving around the living quarters and transferring from beds, chairs, and other similar locations.
• Reminds the client to take his/her medications at a specific time.
• Provides proper care and observation of the client's skin.
• Assists the client with food, nutrition and diet activities.
• Assists with purchasing food, clothing and other items needed for the client's care.
• Completes reports of care provided to clients.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees