PCA - Miami Township

United Church Homes•Dayton, OH

56d

About The Position

The UCH Cares Personal Care Assistant is responsible for performing companionship and personal care duties in independent senior living communities where UCH Cares operates. Duties include providing services to clients which includes but is not limited to dressing, bathing/showering, toileting, oral hygiene, grooming, and transitions. Must also provide Concierge Services including client transportation, light housekeeping, safety checks, companionship, errands, medication reminders and pet care.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate with residents and staff
Must be able to follow directions and to complete assigned tasks
Must be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language
Must be able to work with elderly residents, families, and other health care staff members
Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook and the UCH Cares Training Manual
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
Must possess basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred
Previous experience with Geriatrics preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Provides personal care services to clients including dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene
Provides Companionship/Socialization Services to clients
Follows Individualized Service Plans and completes assignments as given
Provide light housekeeping and pet care services
Transports residents and completes errands as requested
Cleans resident apartments (light housekeeping)
Provides medication reminders
Provides meal preparation and meal delivery
Completes Daily Paperwork in a timely manner
Engages in Daily Communication with Supervisors
Performs all other duties as assigned or directed