In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels - Paris, TX; Sulphur Springs (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Paris, TX is hiring an In Home Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support clients across Sulphur Springs, Paris, Mt Pleasant, Clarksville, and other nearby towns. You will enrich quality of life and wellness through personalized care plans, including mobility support, meals, and companionship.

Ideal applicants possess a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license with insurance, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• First Aid and emergency response training required or provided.
• Excellent time-management and ability to juggle duties.
• Reliable transportation to client homes as scheduled.
• Comfort with housekeeping and cooking duties within dietary rules.
• Willingness to comply with health and safety standards.
• Compassion and a desire to brighten clients’ days.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with light exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Help with light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or incidents promptly.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Respond quickly in emergencies and safety planning.
• Escort clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medications.
• Assist with mobility and transfers at home and appointments.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

First Aid training

Reliability

Compassion

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels of Paris is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Sulphur Springs, Paris, Mt Pleasant, Clarksville, Cooper, Talco, 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:

• 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:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Sign on Bonus

Shifts Offered:

• Full Time
• Part Time
• PRN