Personal Care Assistant - PCA

Genesis HealthCare, Inc.; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable pay

Discount programs

Employee assistance

Foundation support

Health & vision

Life insurance

401K

Paid time off

Virtual health care

On-demand pay

Pet insurance

Disability (STD)

Hospital indemnity

Personal accident

Critical illness

Cancer coverage

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. in Florence, Alabama, is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to support residents with activities of daily living in a Senior Living Community.

You will assist with bathing, dressing, eating, and personal care, while ensuring safety and dignity across all interactions. Responsibilities include reporting changes in residents' conditions, aiding with medication reminders, responding to call lights, and helping with dining duties.

Qualifications

• Must have current First Aid certificate and CPR.
• Participation in medication course is required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English to ensure safety and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with bathing, eating, dressing and personal hygiene.
• Inform supervisor of changes in residents' conditions and document observations.
• Follow procedure for medication reminders to ensure correct day and time.
• Respond to emergency call lights and respond appropriately.
• Perform dining room duties and assist with dining needs.

Skills

English proficiency

First Aid/CPR

Job description

Overview

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

Start your nursing career journey as a Personal Care Assistant where you will provide assistance to residents with their basic activities of daily living to support an independent lifestyle within the Senior Living Community. Your priority will be to ensure that our residents receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes individuals' needs and rights.

• Assist residents with bathing, eating, dressing and personal hygiene as needed.
• Inform supervisor and other staff of changes in residents' conditions and needs and document these observations thoroughly.
• Follow procedure for medication reminders to ensure correct day, time, and that they are being taken.
• Answer emergency call lights and respond appropriately.
• Perform dining room duties and assists with dining needs of residents.

Qualifications

• Current certificate in an accredited First Aid course and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required.
• Participation in medication course is required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language to ensure the safety and well-being of our patients and visitors and respond to their medical and physical needs.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned
• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $14.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.