Personal Care Assistant (PCA) 17-20$ Burnsville
Job description:
We are looking for a competent personal care assistant to support physically or mentally challenged clients in their everyday lives.
The fulfilment and satisfaction that comes with helping others, surpasses the challenges of this job.
If you are a positive person who isn’t afraid to work hard and compassionate, then this is a job for you.
We expect you to be polite, a good communicator and respectful to our clients. Experience in housekeeping tasks and caring for the elderly or sick will make you a strong candidate for the position.
Responsibilities:
Ensure clients receive their medication on time.
Support clients who cannot move on their own.
Help clients dress, bathe, eat etc.
Assist clients with physical therapy exercises (if needed).
Cook meals according to the client’s restrictions.
Help and accompany clients go shopping (if needed).
Do necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean environment.
Provide emotional support.
Inform physicians or supervisors about uncommon and/or important events.
Act quickly and responsibly in case of emergency.
Requirements:
Proven experience as personal care assistant
Committed to health & safety
Able to do housework and cooking
Well-organized and reliable
Excellent communication and people skills
Positive and compassionate attitude
Strong ethics
Physical stamina
CPR certified
High school diploma or equivalent
A valid driver’s license
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 32 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
On call
Weekends as needed
Experience:
Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person