PCA

Southern Hearts Homecare of Georgia inc; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Hearts Homecare of Georgia inc in Augusta, GA, is seeking competent Personal Care Assistants to support clients with daily living activities, safety, and comfort.

The role requires compassionate, reliable individuals with strong communication, ability to follow care plans, document services, and pass background checks; CPR/First Aid and TB test, driver's license and transportation recommended.

Qualifications

• Previous Personal Care Assistant or caregiving experience preferred.
• Compassionate, patient, respectful, dependable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized and able to follow instructions.
• Committed to client health and safety.
• Physically capable of caregiving duties.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• TB test required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and personal hygiene.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Prepare meals according to clients’ needs and preferences.
• Perform light housekeeping and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Assist with shopping and errands.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with mobility and transfers when required.
• Follow each client’s plan of care and task sheet.
• Observe and report changes in a client’s condition or behavior.
• Document services accurately and on time.
• Respond quickly during emergencies.
• Protect clients’ privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Dependable

Communication

Organization

Health and safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

First Aid certification

TB test

Job description

We are seeking competent, compassionate, and dependable Personal Care Assistants to support clients in their everyday lives. If you are a positive, caring person who lives in the area and enjoys helping others maintain their comfort, safety, and independence, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

Applicants must be polite, professional, reliable, and effective communicators. Previous experience assisting elderly individuals or people with disabilities and performing light housekeeping duties is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Prepare meals according to clients’ needs and preferences.
• Perform light housekeeping and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Assist clients with shopping and errands.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with mobility and transfers when required.
• Follow each client’s plan of care and assigned task sheet.
• Observe and report changes in a client’s condition or behavior.
• Document services accurately and on time.
• Respond quickly and responsibly during emergencies.
• Protect clients’ privacy, dignity, and confidential information.
• Perform other authorized personal care duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Previous Personal Care Assistant or caregiving experience is preferred.
• Compassionate, patient, respectful, and dependable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized and able to follow instructions.
• Committed to client health and safety.
• Physically capable of performing required caregiving duties.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current First Aid certification.
• Current TB test.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.