Personal Care Attendant PACE

Franciscan Health•Dyer, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The PACE Personal Care Attendant II provides psychological, physical, and emotional support to PACE 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 involves responding to participant needs and directing inquiries to the appropriate party; maintaining supplies and preparing care environments; and physically assisting participants. Care is delivered in multiple settings, including participants’ homes, the day center, the clinic, and during transportation. Travel of up to 75% is required. Candidates must be over age 23 for insurability requirements. PACE provides seniors and their families with care, nutrition, rehabilitation, transportation, and supportive services to help participants remain healthy and live in their own homes. The position is based at Dyer Health Center South in Dyer, Indiana. Practice hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; there are no weekends, evenings, or holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of prior experience working with a frail or elderly population.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
One of the following credentials: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) licensure from the State of Indiana Licensing Board, Health Unit Coordinator (HUC), or Franciscan Patient Care Assistant Program (FPCAP).
Must be over age 23 for insurability requirements.
Travel up to 75% is required.

Nice To Haves

One year of healthcare experience as a patient care technician or in a similar position.

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.