Personal Care Attendant

Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living•Ste Genevieve, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and dependable Personal Care Attendant (PCA) to support residents’ physical and emotional well-being in a warm, home-like assisted living and memory care environment. The PCA provides hands-on assistance with activities of daily living while supporting residents’ dignity, emotional well-being, and quality of life. The position works as part of an interdisciplinary care team and alongside caregivers and nursing staff to provide resident-centered care and build meaningful connections with residents and families. The role is based at Parkwood Meadows Community in Ste Genevieve, Missouri, and is an evening-shift, full-time position. The job is performed indoors in a senior living environment, with duties that may include accompanying residents to supervised indoor or outdoor activities.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Friendly, patient, and positive attitude.
Strong listening and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Attention to detail and commitment to resident comfort and safety.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs, including for resident mobility assistance.
Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Nice To Haves

CPR and BLS certifications are a plus; training is available.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
Provide compassionate physical and emotional support while preserving resident dignity.
Monitor resident safety and observe for signs of distress or changes in condition.
Accurately document resident care, activities, and changes as required.
Communicate resident needs effectively with nursing staff and fellow caregivers.
Engage residents in activities that promote physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Maintain resident privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and company policies.
Support a clean, safe, and welcoming living environment.
Assist with resident transfers and mobility as needed.