Personal Care Assistant

Objectives of this role

Help clients remain engaged and enriched — mentally, physically, socially, and emotionally — with required assistance.

Perform assigned duties in an accurate and timely manner and demonstrate flexibility in meeting the needs of clients.

Safeguard clients by observing their interactions, procedures, and activities.

Be aware of and sensitive to each client’s pain, mobility, and fragility, and approach every interaction with compassion.

Adhere to company standards, policies, and procedures, as well as legal rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with personal activities such as bathing, oral hygiene, preparing and consuming meals, dressing, undressing, ambulation, and medication reminders.

Help clients move around safely.

Report to a supervisor or case coordinator any changes in a client’s physical condition, behavior, or appearance.

Solve routine client problems, promote healthy lifestyle habits, and provide general companionship and advice.

Document the services delivered to clients, per company policies and procedures.

Required skills and qualifications.

High school diploma or equivalent