In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels Upper Connecticut River Valley, NH; Claremont (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Mileage reimbursement

Direct Deposit

Continuing Education

Holidays off (6 observed)

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Claremont is hiring caregivers to serve clients across the Upper Connecticut River Valley, NH, including Springfield, VT and surrounding towns. Join the nation’s #1 network for at-home care and enjoy flexible schedules, competitive wages, and opportunities for growth.

As a Visiting Angels In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA, you’ll provide personal care, meal planning, light housekeeping, mobility support, and companionship while following each client’s care plan and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license, car insurance, and reliable vehicle required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• First Aid and emergency response training required (provided if needed).
• Good time-management; able to juggle multiple duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Provide mobility and ambulation support as needed.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping and cooking duties.
• Monitor health changes and report them.
• Provide companionship and respond to emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take medications as prescribed.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health standards.

Skills

Personal care

Communication skills

Time management

Mobility support

Housekeeping

Cooking assistance

Emergency response training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid driver's license

Car insurance

Reliable personal vehicle

Job description

• Pay: $18.00-$22.00/hour based on experience

HIRING NOW!!

• Earn Extra Cash
• Catch Up on Bills
• Daytime hours available
• Pay: $18.00-$22.00/hour based on experience

Visiting Angels of Claremont is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the Upper Connecticut River Valley area including Springfield, VT, Newport NH, New London NH, Sunapee NH, Ludlow VT, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

Role

As a Visiting Angels In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA Job Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

Benefits Offered

• Pay: $18.00-$22.00/hr
• Paid Time Off
• Mileage reimbursement between clients
• Direct Deposit
• Continuing Education
• NO major Holidays (6 observed holidays off)
• Flexible Scheduling

Shifts Available

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts