Personal Care Aide

The Adolphus Group LLC; Dobson (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

The Adolphus Group LLC is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant in Dobson, NC to provide essential support in daily living activities. Responsibilities include assisting residents with personal hygiene, mobility, meal preparation, and monitoring health. Ideal candidates should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a preference for experience in healthcare. The position offers training, development, and a performance-based bonus, contributing to the overall quality of care provided to clients.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Personal Care Assistant or in a related healthcare role preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication for interacting with clients, families, and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal hygiene tasks.
• Support residents with mobility and physical activities.
• Monitor residents’ health and document care provided.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of geriatric care

Education

Certification in personal care assistance

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to individuals in need of assistance with daily living activities. This role is vital in ensuring that clients receive the highest level of care and support tailored to their specific needs.

Duties

• Assist residents with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Support residents with mobility and physical activities, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Help with meal preparation and feeding as needed, adhering to dietary restrictions.
• Monitor residents’ health by observing changes in condition and reporting any concerns to healthcare professionals.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance residents\' quality of life.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for residents by performing light housekeeping duties.
• Document care provided and communicate effectively with family members and healthcare teams.
• Engage in continuous learning about best practices in personal care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Personal Care Assistant or in a related healthcare role is preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with clients of diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of geriatric care principles is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• A valid certification or training in personal care assistance or related fields is desirable but not mandatory.