Personal Care Attendant I PACE (Laf-1.0)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.•Lafayette, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The PACE Personal Care Attendant I provides psychological, physical, and emotional support to participants, answers questions as appropriate, and works as part of a team to help seniors achieve the best quality of life in their communities. The role supports PACE’s individualized care approach, which helps seniors remain healthy and live in their own homes through care, nutrition, rehabilitation, transportation, and other supportive services. The attendant responds to participant needs and directs inquiries to the appropriate party, maintains supplies and sets up care environments, and physically assists PACE participants. Care is delivered in multiple settings, including participants’ homes, the day center, the clinic, and during transportation. The role requires travel of up to 75% and a valid driver’s license with a clear driving record. Candidates must be over age 23 for insurability requirements. Practice hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends, evenings, or holidays.

Requirements

At least 1 year of prior experience working with a frail or elderly population.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, required within 90 days.
Valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
Must be over the age of 23 for insurability requirements.
Travel up to 75%.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Respond to participant needs and direct inquiries to the appropriate party.
Maintain inventory supplies and set up the care environment.
Physically assist PACE participants.
Deliver care in participants’ homes, the day center, the clinic, and during transportation.