Personal Care Assistants (PCA) Macon

Lowe's Guardian Angel • Riverdale, GA

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About The Position

Personal Care Assistants provide essential services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental health needs. They assist with home-related activities, personal care, and community integration while supporting individuals’ well-being and promoting independence. The role includes daily living support, housekeeping, health and safety monitoring, documentation, and transportation to community services and activities, following each individual’s Service Plan (ISP/POC).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience working with individuals who have a dual diagnosis of mental illness and developmental disability.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Pass local and Cogent criminal background checks and provide a satisfactory TB screening upon employment and annually thereafter.
• CPI certification.
• At least 18 years old.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license and a clean 7-year driving record.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds independently and perform physically demanding tasks, including standing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
• Annual physical required within one year of employment and annually thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) license is desired and required to perform personal care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support medication administration and health monitoring.
• Assist with nutrition, meal preparation, and feeding when necessary.
• Help individuals develop daily living skills and promote independence according to their Service Plan (ISP/POC).
• Provide positive behavioral support and communication assistance.
• Participate in activities in the home and community as outlined in individual care plans.
• Perform light housekeeping, including vacuuming, mopping, laundry, and dishwashing.
• Maintain living spaces, including removing trash, changing bed linens, and cleaning refrigerators.
• Monitor individuals’ health and safety, report changes in condition to the supervisor, and assist with medical appointments.
• Promote personal hygiene and safe living practices.
• Apply first aid in cases of accidents or illness.
• Ensure medical equipment is properly maintained and operable.
• Maintain accurate daily activity, progress, and health-monitoring records, including MAR tracking and bowel movements.
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to relevant authorities and supervisors.
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of individuals’ ISP/POC.
• Transport individuals to and from community services and activities.
• Complete required training within the first 60 days and annual training thereafter.
• Uphold the ethical standards of DBHDD, DHR, and HFR.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED