Personal Care Assistant / PCA

Griswold Home Care for Anoka County•Dayton, MN

9d•$19 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

Griswold Care for the Greater Twin Cities is looking to hire a part-time Personal Care Assistant / PCA to help our senior clients maintain their dignity and independence by providing non-medical care and home companionship. This caregiver position earns a competitive wage of $19-$22/hr. We provide great benefits including health, dental, PTO (paid time off), weekly paydays, and opportunities for ongoing training and development. As a Personal Care Assistant / PCA, you provide meaningful companionship and valuable caregiving assistance to senior clients within their homes. Each day you arrive punctually, greeting your clients with a cheerful attitude. Self-motivated and efficient, you quickly assess and prioritize what needs to be done. You willingly complete useful tasks such as preparing meals, grocery shopping, and light housekeeping duties. A gentle and kind caregiver, you assist with non-medical elderly care tasks such as feeding and bathing. Preserving the client’s dignity is always your top priority, and you are gentle and professional as you help them maintain proper personal hygiene. Your patient demeanor is a wonderful asset as you occasionally provide caregiving services to clients with cognitive impairments or dementia. Committed to safety and continuity of care, you are proactive in your communications with the office. You log and submit accurate documentation, noting any changes to your clients’ needs or conditions. You find great satisfaction in providing superb elderly care and in knowing you make a difference in the lives of seniors!

Requirements

Reliable transportation
Current valid driver's license
18 years of age
Willing to travel up to 25 miles
Committed to providing compassionate elderly care
Manage your time wisely
Dependable and cheerful

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
2+ years of home care experience would be a plus; caring for a loved one counts!

Responsibilities

Provide meaningful companionship and valuable caregiving assistance to senior clients within their homes.
Prepare meals, grocery shopping, and light housekeeping duties.
Assist with non-medical elderly care tasks such as feeding and bathing.
Help clients maintain proper personal hygiene.
Provide caregiving services to clients with cognitive impairments or dementia.
Communicate proactively with the office regarding client needs or conditions.
Log and submit accurate documentation.