In-Home Personal Care Assistant - Companionship & Support

VNS Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

VNS Health is seeking a Personal Care Aide (PCA) to assist clients with personal care, daily living activities, and home support in accordance with their care plans. The role includes supervising under RN direction, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with the care team.

The position requires NYS-approved PCA training or equivalency, basic reading/writing and math skills, and being at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of NYS Health Department approved PCA Training Program or Equivalency.
• Sixth grade reading level.
• Writing and math skill level to perform required functions.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, grooming, toileting, transfers and ambulation.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation for clients.
• Support safety and transport clients to appointments and activities.
• Remind clients to take medications as prescribed and follow Plan of Care.
• Document care provided and maintain accurate records per policies.
• Communicate with clients, families, and supervising healthcare professionals.

Skills

Reading level 6th grade

Basic writing and math

Education

PCA Training Program or Equivalency (NY)

Job description

VNS Health is seeking a Personal Care Aide (PCA) to assist clients with personal care, daily living activities, and home support in accordance with their care plans. The role includes supervising under RN direction, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with the care team.

The position requires NYS-approved PCA training or equivalency, basic reading/writing and math skills, and being at least 18 years old.