Personal Care Attendant

C A R E HOMECARE INC•West Hollywood, CA

24d•$19 - $22

About The Position

As a Personal Care Attendant, you will deliver care, companionship, socialization, and support to our clients, assisting with their needs to ensure comfort and safety. The Personal Attendant (PA) is primarily responsible for assisting elderly or disabled adults with daily living activities at the individual’s home, hospital, or other facility. At least 80% of the PA’s time must be dedicated to direct personal care of the client. No more than 20% of the PA’s time may be spent on tasks not directly related to client care, such as taking care of pets, watering the lawn, clipping flowers, or cleaning areas not used by the client. This position is exempt under Wage Order 15 from meal and rest periods but is not exempt from overtime per the Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Strong English skills in reading, writing, and speaking.
First-Aid certification.
Successful completion of a live scan fingerprint clearance through FBI and DOJ.
Verification of a general physical exam and TB test.
Ability to pass a drug test.
Willingness to work varied hours, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be registered as California Home Care Aide provider (HCA).

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of elder care or health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide care and supervision to residents.
Ensure client safety and well-being.
Provide specialized care based on client’s needs and requests.
Adhere to agency policies and procedures.
Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Maintain a clean and orderly environment, performing general housekeeping tasks.
Be trained and ready to implement emergency protocols.