Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Acts Retirement-Life Communities; Fort Washington (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) in our assisted living neighborhood, where you will provide support to residents under a licensed nurse's guidance. We offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and extensive training to help you grow your career in nursing, starting from day one!

Benefits

Competitive rates and shift differentials

Referral bonuses

Paid training and certification opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Manageable resident to nurse ratio

Opportunity for growth and advancement

Qualifications

• Completion of the DHS 6-hour Direct Care training course (must be completed online within the first week of employment).
• Completion of the DHS Medication Administration course (must be completed within the first 30 days of employment at the community).
• CPR and first aid certified or willingness to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care in accordance with the residents care plan, assisting with basic hygiene and grooming needs.
• Provide medication administration and/or reminders in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Assist the Life Enrichment team members with activities and special events.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Looking to jump start your nursing career? If so, take the first step...Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally!

Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit!

We strongly believe in providing our team members with great benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, scholarship awards, professional development programs, university partnerships, referral and discount programs, appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and much more!

Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Personal Care Assistant (PCA) in our assisted living neighborhood.

WE WILL TRAIN YOU to become a Medication Technician!

Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, you will provide personal care in accordance with the residents care plan, including assisting with basic hygiene and grooming needs (bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.). Provides medication administration and/or reminders in accordance with policies and procedures. Assists the Life Enrichment team members with activities and special events.

• Competitive rates and shift differentials
• Referral bonuses
• Paid training and certification opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Manageable resident to nurse ratio
• Opportunity for growth and advancement

Requirements

The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No experience required! We are willing to train you to be a great caregiver!
• Completion of the DHS 6-hour Direct Care training course (must be completed online within the first week of employment)
• Completion of the DHS Medication Administration course (must be completed within the first 30 days of employment at the community)
• CPR and first aid certified or willingness to become certified

Team members are eligible for a generous benefit package including health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability programs, 401(k) plan (with 4% company match after one year of employment), paid time off and holidays, and much more! Eligibility may vary based on status.

For more information or to apply, visit us at www.acts-jobs.org and join our Talent Network to receive e-mail alerts with new job opportunities that match your interests!

Acts Retirement-Life Communities is one of the largest not-for-profit owners, operators, and developers of resort-style continuing care senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. The Acts family proudly consists of 28 communities in 9 states, and over 8,500 team members. Acts provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our team members are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our team members.

Acts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Acts is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our hiring process.

Pay Range

$15.76 - $18.48 / hour. Starting rate will vary based on skills and experience.