Compassionate Personal Care Assistant — Flexible Hours

AbaCares Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive team

Professional development

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

AbaCares Services in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to join our home care team. You will assist clients with daily activities and personal care at their homes, requiring empathy and a patient, respectful approach.

The schedule is Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri from 9 AM to 4 PM; a car is required. Duties include meal prep, light housekeeping, transportation for errands, and helping clients attend appointments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Caregiver, Personal Care Assistant, or similar role.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check.
• Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail and follow care plans accurately.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a friendly and compassionate demeanor.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Physical ability to perform the position's duties, including lifting and transferring clients as needed.
• A commitment to providing high-quality, empathetic care to individuals in need.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
• Support clients with mobility needs, including transferring, walking, and navigating their home environment.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in activities that enrich their daily lives.
• Prepare meals according to dietary needs and assist with feeding, if necessary.
• Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable home environment.
• Monitor and report client health, behavior, or needs changes to the care management team.
• Accompanied clients to appointments and assisted with errands as needed.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and the high ethical standards expected at AbaCares Services.

Skills

Empathy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Physical ability

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

AbaCares Services in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to join our home care team. You will assist clients with daily activities and personal care at their homes, requiring empathy and a patient, respectful approach.

The schedule is Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri from 9 AM to 4 PM; a car is required. Duties include meal prep, light housekeeping, transportation for errands, and helping clients attend appointments.