Personal Care Aide

WILLIAM PENN CARE CENTER•Penn Township, PA

3d•$14 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Purpose of the Position The primary purpose of the Personal Care Aide (Activities) position is to assist residents with daily activity programming that promotes physical, intellectual, emotional, and social well-being, enabling residents to reach and maintain the highest level of functioning and quality of life. Full-time employees may elect to participate in the No-Frills Pay Program, which allows employees to opt out of company-provided benefits and paid time off in exchange for an additional $2.00 per hour.

Requirements

Must possess, a minimum, 8th grade education
Desire to work with the geriatric population
Must possess if graduated a High school Diploma or G.E.D.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English Language
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and the team concept
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
Must not pose a threat to the health or safety of their individuals in the workplace
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with other
Must be willing to perform tasks that may involve exposure to the blood and/or body fluids
Must be willing to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
Must perform all additional tasks assigned to you by supervisor

Responsibilities

Maintain working knowledge of sanitation and infection control policies
Notify the Activity Director or Nursing Supervisor of changes in resident behavior or condition
Set up, lead, and assist with group and individual activity programs as assigned
Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating the activity calendar
Provide activities based on resident preferences as outlined in assessments and care plans
Provide 1:1 activities for residents unable or unwilling to attend group programs
Ensure all activity supplies and materials are prepared and available prior to programs
Escort residents to and from activities and meals as needed
Document daily group and individual activity participation accurately
Complete baseline activity care plans for new residents
Take and upload resident photographs to the medical record
Attend all required in-service and mandatory training programs
Assist with special programs, events, and departmental fundraisers
Participate in themed dress days and special events
Distribute newspapers and resident mail; assist with reading mail when requested and document appropriately
Update daily activity boards and whiteboards
Maintain cleanliness of activity rooms, storage areas, and office spaces
Prepare activities in advance to ensure timely program start
Assist with distributing monthly activity calendars and birthday signage
Assist the receptionist with phone coverage as needed
Decorate and remove décor for holidays and seasonal events
Assist volunteers as needed
Maintain a positive, enthusiastic, and team-oriented attitude