Job descriptionWe offer a comprehensive Benefit package to Full Time Employees:PTO401-k with Company MatchHealth InsurancesCompany Paid Life InsuranceTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramJob DescriptionA Personal Care Assistant is a non licensed member of the home health care team who assists the client with the tasks of daily living as outlined in a written care plan that is established and kept in the client's home. Personal Caregivers / Aides are supervised by the Executive Director at this agency and receive scheduling direction from the agency staffing Coordinator.QualificationsA Personal Care Assistant must have experience which is verifiable through references, and must complete this agency's employment and certification processMust be at least 18 years of ageMust be physically able to perform the duties of the positionMust exhibit mature responsible behavior, and understand the need for patient confidentialityMust be able to read, write and speak EnglishMust be able to follow direction and accurately report any changes in client's conditionMust have available reliable transportation to and from assignmentsEssential Job FunctionsPlanning and preparing meals according to specific dietary requirements of the clientMaintaining a safe, clean and healthy environment through light housekeeping including changing bed linens, dusting and vacuuming, cleaning kitchen and bathroom, and laundryProviding companionship and stimulation for the client including reading, walks, etc.; and accompanying the client to doctors or other appointmentsGrocery shopping or other errands when neededPerforming other housekeeping tasks as indicated in the care planParticipating in in service education programsHouse Sitting ServicesPet sitting ServicesRecording pertinent information pertaining to the client's careReminding clients to take medication at the appropriate timePlanning and preparing meals according to specific dietary requirements of the client, and if necessary, feeding the clientAssisting the client with exercisesAssisting or performing personal care including hair care, oral hygiene, bathing, grooming, and dressingAssisting with ambulation with or without mechanical aidsAssisting with routine bodily functions: Example, toiletingMaintaining a safe, clean and healthy environment through light housekeeping including changing bed linens, dusting and vacuuming, cleaning kitchen and bathroom, and laundryProviding companionship and stimulation for the client including reading, walks, etc.; and accompanying the client to doctors or other appointmentsGrocery shopping or other errands when neededPerforming other housekeeping tasks as indicated in the care planAt Capital Health Care Network, our company culture is built on the following seven essential skills of teamwork:Active Listening: Team members listen to each other's ideas. They are observed validating ideas through active listening and piggy-backing (or building) off each other's ideasCommunication: Team members communicate. They are observed interacting, discussing, and posing questions in an effort to fortify understanding and dispel miscommunicationPersuading: Team members use persuasion. They are observed exchanging, defending, and rethinking ideas with the greater good in mindRespecting: Team members respect the opinions of others. They are observed encouraging and supporting others' ideas and effortsHelping: Team members help. They are observed offering assistance to each otherSharing: Team members share. They are observed sharing ideas, information and influenceParticipating: Team members participate. They are observed participating in social media, campaigns, and projects