Personal Care Assistant

The-Good-Care-Helpers; Ripley (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Good Care Helpers in Ripley, TN seeks a dedicated caregiver to support seniors with daily living activities and companionship in the home. The role emphasizes empathy, reliability, andRespect for client dignity while delivering compassionate care.

You will assist with personal care tasks, meal planning, light housekeeping, and report health changes to supervising staff. CPR certification is required to ensure client safety on the job.

Qualifications

• Previous caregiver experience required.
• Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints.
• Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner.
• Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Help clients with mobility and physical activities, including transferring and repositioning.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation.
• Perform light housekeeping duties, such as cleaning and laundry.
• Monitor and report any changes in client's health or behavior to the appropriate personnel.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Independence

Organization

Empathy

Stamina

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• - Assist clients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
• - Help clients with mobility and physical activities, including transferring and repositioning
• - Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
• - Assist with meal planning and preparation
• - Perform light housekeeping duties, such as cleaning and laundry
• - Monitor and report any changes in client's health or behavior to the appropriate personnel

Skills

• - Compassionate and caring nature
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• - Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• - Patience and empathy when working with clients
• - Physical stamina to meet the demands of the job

Requirements

• - Previous caregiver experience required
• - Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification
• - Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• - Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• - Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner
• - Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills
• - Physical endurance to complete required tasks
• - High school diploma or equivalent

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.