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Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Perfect Care Inc.
locationMontague, MA, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Personal Care
Full Time

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $25

Location: Client Homes (Montague, MA)
Hours: Varies Based on Client Needs and Care Plan


Job Summary:

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA), Homemaker, and Respite Staff is responsible for providing essential in-home support services to Perfect Care Inc. clients. This includes assistance with personal care needs, activities of daily living (ADLs), home maintenance, and safety monitoring. All duties are performed in accordance with each clients individualized Plan of Care and the PCAs certified Scope of Practice.


Key Responsibilities:

Quality of Care:

  • Assist clients with personal care activities including:
    • Bathing, oral care, denture care, skin care, and grooming
    • Bathroom support, dressing, undressing, transferring, and ambulation
  • Support home and environmental tasks including:
    • Meal planning and preparation
    • Feeding, changing linens, making beds, and light housekeeping
    • Laundry of clothes and bedding
  • Ensure client safety, including proper use of equipment (e.g., side rails, wheelchairs, footstools)
  • Follow the individualized Plan of Care as outlined on the Aide Activity Sheet
  • Monitor and observe clients conditions and report any concerns, changes, or incidents to the clinician immediately

Documentation:

  • Complete and maintain all required records and reports in compliance with agency policies
  • Accurately document all services rendered on the day they are provided
  • Ensure documentation is clear, legible, and submitted in a timely manner

Communication:

  • Maintain open and professional communication with the client, their family, and the supervising team
  • Collaborate with members of the care team and participate in case conferences when requested
  • Notify supervisors promptly of any concerns or client care issues


Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Certification as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) in good standing
  • Experience in homecare, elder care, or personal support services preferred
  • Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client homes


remote work

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