Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - All Shifts

Maxim Healthcare; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare is seeking a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for all shifts in Santa Clarita. The PCA will provide essential 'hands-off' care to clients in their homes, ensuring safety and comfort while helping with daily tasks like grocery shopping and light housekeeping. Ideal candidates are compassionate with strong communication skills and preferably have prior experience in caregiving.

Benefits

Health and Wellness Benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and provide information to colleagues and clients.
• Computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and encourage socialization and medication compliance.
• Perform light housekeeping and assist with grocery shopping.
• Notify the office of any abnormal findings or conditions.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Education

One year experience as Companion Care Provider

Job description

Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - All Shifts

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This range is provided by Maxim Healthcare. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$17.28/hr - $22.00/hr

Pay Range

$17.28 - $22.00 / per hour

The Companion Caregiver provides services to patients/clients in their places of residence that includes, but is not limited to, certain "hands-off" care. The provision of "hands-off" care as described above is contingent upon the licensing requirements of each state.

Responsibilities

• Provides "hands-off" care such as: providing and encouraging socialization, encouraging a mild exercise program, encouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medications, supervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressing, and assisting with grocery-shopping, and performing light housekeeping chores
• Arrives at the client's home on time and leaves when shift schedule is complete
• Performs all Companion Caregiver duties in an accurate and timely manner
• Maintains confidentiality of all client information, in accordance with HIPAA standards
• Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautions
• Notifies the office of any abnormal findings or conditions
• Adheres to Companion Caregiver standards and procedures of the Company
• Represents the Company with a positive image at all times
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in meeting the needs of all facilities
• Effectively communicates with the office staff, including availability to work
• Adheres to time and attendance policies
• Provides requirements-related information (Annual PPD, In-services, etc.) in a timely fashion; follows all other compliance standards at all times
• Performs other Companion Caregiver duties as assigned/necessary
  
  

Shifts Available

• Overnights 11pm-7am and 10pm-6am
• Middays 3pm-11pm and anywhere in between
• Weekend shifts - overnights and mid days
• Morning shifts with 7am start times
  
  

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferred
• Ability to adhere to time and attendance policies
• Ability to carry out tasks in a professional manner and adhere to policies regarding professionalism and boundaries
• Must demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
• Computer proficiency
  
  

Maxim Benefits

Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security: Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
  
  

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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