Personal Care Aide - Personal Care Home - Per Diem

Guthrie Enterprise • Towanda, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our Personal Care Home team and make a meaningful difference by providing compassionate, person-centered care that supports residents in maintaining their highest level of independence and quality of life. Guthrie's Personal Care Home is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment where residents receive individualized care delivered with compassion, respect, and dignity. The Personal Care Aide provides direct assistance to residents with activities of daily living while promoting independence, dignity, and overall well-being. Working as a member of the Personal Care Home team, this role supports residents through compassionate care, medication assistance, nutrition support, and maintaining a safe, comfortable living environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Medication Administration Certification (maintained upon hire).
• CPR Certification.
• First Aid Certification.
• Department-approved Medication Administration Course.
• Department-approved Diabetes Education for blood glucose testing.
• Successful completion of Department-approved Direct Care Training and competency testing.
• Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assist residents with activities of daily living.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition.
• Strong observation and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the care team.
• Commitment to resident dignity, safety, and quality of care.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Personal Care Aide or direct care experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with rules and regulations for all federal, state and local government is a requirement of employment.
• Assist residents with ADL's (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring).
• Assist with Medication Administration.
• Assist in serving meals, assuring adequate nutrition and hydration for residents.
• Makes rounds, anticipates residents needs, and responds to call bells in a timely manner.
• Reports to supervisor pertinent information including any changes observed in condition and behavior of resident.
• Assist in maintaining safe and clean environment.
• Complete required documentation, training and education to maintain certifications.
• Completes annual training of 12 hours, Department of Public Welfare Medication Course, and pass written test within 90 days of hire.
• Participate in performance improvement and activities.
• Keeps informed of fire safety and disaster programs.
• Attends staff meetings, minimum of 6 per year.
• A staff person who has successfully completed a Department-approved medications administration course that includes the passing of the Department's performance-based competency test may administer oral; topical; eye, nose and ear drop prescription medications and epinephrine injections for insect bites or other allergies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid training and certification opportunities
• CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, and Direct Care training provided upon hire
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Career growth opportunities within Guthrie

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED