Personal Assistant Caregiver

Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Assistant Caregiver to provide comprehensive support to individuals requiring assistance with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in senior care, home health, or assisted living environments, demonstrating exceptional patience, empathy, and attention to detail. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those needing specialized care, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being are prioritized at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and observe changes in health status to inform care plans.
• Administer medications accurately following prescribed instructions while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring proper food safety standards.
• Operate medical equipment such as Hoyer lifts and assist with transfers using appropriate techniques to ensure safety.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment through regular cleaning, sanitation, and organization of living spaces.
• Document patient progress, update care plans, and communicate effectively with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care.

Experience

• Prior experience working in home health, assisted living, nursing homes, or group home settings is highly desirable, but not necessary.
• Knowledge of patient observation techniques and ability to recognize signs of deterioration or distress.
• Hands-on experience with medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and basic nursing procedures.
• Familiarity with Alzheimer’s care, dementia care, memory care, hospice care, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism.
• Demonstrated ability to perform heavy lifting safely and operate assistive devices such as Hoyer lifts or wheelchairs.
• Experience in developing or following individualized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA compliance and confidentiality standards in healthcare settings. Join us as a Personal Assistant Caregiver and become an essential part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional person-centered care that promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life for every individual served.

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person