PCA (Personal Care Assistant) - All Shifts

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare company as a Personal Care Assistant, where you will provide essential support services to clients in need. This role involves assisting with daily activities, personal hygiene, and health care tasks while fostering independence through self-care practices. With over 30 years of experience, this organization is dedicated to compassionate patient care and quality service. Enjoy competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with chronic and acute health conditions. If you are passionate about helping others and want to be part of a trusted healthcare team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount Program

Transportation Benefits

Qualifications

• State licensure or certification required; BLS card and relevant experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and computer proficiency needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities and personal hygiene.
• Provide companionship and support for independent skill development.
• Report changes in client status and perform household services.

Skills

Communication Skills

Personal Care Assistance

Knowledge of Child Growth and Development

Computer Proficiency

Education

State Licensure or Certification

BLS Certification

High School Diploma

Job description

Salary: $18.00 / per hour

Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring for a Personal Care Assistant to provide support services to assist clients with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs.

Why Join Maxim:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO
• 401(k) savings plan
• Maxcares Awards Program

Responsibilities:

• Provides services to persons who need help with day-to-day activities
• Provides health care tasks, personal hygiene services, and other related support services essential to the client’s health
• Assists with transfers and ambulation
• Performs incidental household services that are an integral part of a personal care plan
• Provides companionship by reading, listening and talking with client
• Assists client in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines and personal hygiene
• Appropriately reports changes in client status or as directed by care plan
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Requirements:

• State licensure or certification as required by state and/or program
• One (1) year relevant experience preferred
• Current BLS Card
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray
• Knowledge of child growth and development
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the home, school, local health agency, and other community resources
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness:
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare Services:
Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.