Personal Care Assistant

LIFE Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

LIFE Pittsburgh is hiring a Personal Care Assistant/CNA to support frail older adults in their homes through our LIFE program. The role includes direct and indirect care, following each Participant's Plan of Care and coordinating with family or caregivers.

Shifts include 7am-3:30pm or 1pm-9:30pm with rotating weekends; travel to Participant residences is required. A high school diploma or GED and a valid license are required, with benefits and education support offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 1 year direct care experience with elderly population required.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance; access to a vehicle for travel.
• Ability to work rotating weekends and travel to participant homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for Participants including ADLs: bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, mobility.
• Assist with IADLs: light housekeeping, meal prep, laundry, groceries, companionship.
• Travel to multiple Participants' residences during shifts; ensure timely support.

Skills

Caregiving

Patient care

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT/CNA

ABOUT LIFE PITTSBURGH

LIFE Pittsburgh, a growing nonprofit organization with approximately 400 employees, is a community-based alternative to nursing home care and assisted living. Through the LIFE Pittsburgh program, frail older adults can remain in their own home and receive a coordinated plan of care that enables them to maintain their independence and enjoy a safe and active life in the community. Our health teams of geriatric physicians and nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation specialists and other health care professionals assess our Participants' needs and desires, plan and approve services with them and their family or caregiver, monitor for changes and provide timely interventions. Primary care and community services are provided through our Day Health Centers and through our in-home program according to an individual Participant's needs.

PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT/CNA

Salary: $18 - $24 an hour, based on years of relevant experience.

The Personal Care Assistant is responsible for providing and assisting Participants with direct and indirect care needs, including activities of daily living. The Personal Care Assistant will perform care for Participants primarily within their residence. Will provide direct care services, as approved and identified on the Participants Plan of Care to include, but not limited to the following ADLs: bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, mobility, van assist and medication reminders. Will also provide direct care services including but not limited to the following IADLs: light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, grocery shopping and companionship.

LOCATION/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel to multiple Participants’ residences throughout a shift is required.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Rich Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match, vested immediately.
• Life Insurance
• Want to further your education? We offer Tuition Reimbursement!
• Paid Time Off – Grows every pay period and rolls over into new year!

SHIFTS

Immediate availability for 7am-3:30 pm or a 1pm -9:30 pm shiftswith rotating weekends

Full & Part Time Shifts Available – Daylight, Evenings, Weekends

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of 1 year experience providing direct care within the Elderly/Frail population in a healthcare facility. Requirements: Valid Driver’s License and proof of automobile insurance. Access to a vehicle to travel to our Participants’ location. Ability to work rotating weekends.

The position description is intended to describe the essential functions of the position and the general duties and responsibilities associated with the position. It is not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve overtime and; therefore, the description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time. Staff may be asked to perform essential and non-essential functions at any time with or without notice.