In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Continuing Education

Job summary

Visiting Angels Naperville is seeking compassionate In Home Patient Care Assistants to serve local clients. Responsibilities include personal care, companionship, meal prep, light housekeeping, and assisting with mobility. We offer flexible schedules and opportunities for training in dementia and Alzheimer's care.

Applicants should hold a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation. Training in First Aid is provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist with light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Handle light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or incidents.
• Provide companionship and supportive care.
• Respond quickly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medications.
• Assist with mobility at home and during appointments.

Responsibilities

• Enrich clients’ quality of life by following individualized care plans.
• Support daily activities and ensure safety in client homes.
• Document changes in health or well-being for supervisor review.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

We have open In-Person Interviews every Wednesday from 9am-3pm. Please bring a valid driver's license or Identification. Our office is located 1415 Bond St #123, Naperville, IL 60563.

Visiting Angels of Naperville is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Aurora, Lombard, Wheaton, Lisle, Downers Grove, Carol Stream, Warrenville, Winfield, 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.

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:

• MUST be willing to help 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

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Continuing Education

Shift Options

• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift
• Weekends
• Holidays
• Overnights