PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT PRN

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Valley View (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Personal Care Assistant PRN to deliver essential personal care services and health support to seniors, including those who are deaf. Applicants should have a high school diploma and experience with elderly populations. Opportunities for professional development and daily pay options available.

Benefits

Access to daily pay

Employee referral incentives

Supportive environment with patient-centered focus

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Must be willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL); ASL proficiency preferred.
• Minimum one year experience with elderly/frail population or training from PACE.
• Preferred experience in long-term care or geriatric programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing participant assessments and monitoring.
• Provide assistance with daily activities including toileting, grooming, and meals.
• Identify safety hazards and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT PRN

Apply locations Mercy LIFE - Delaware County - Valley View time type Part time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 00590315

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT PRN

Location: Elwyn, PA

Status: PRN

Shift: Any shift/day including weekends and holidays

Incentive : Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift

Position Purpose:

This role impacts participants lives by providing essential personal care services and health support.

Position Details:

This program provides services to a community specifically comprised of deaf seniors. All candidates must be willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL).

What you will do:

• Conduct ongoing participant assessments and monitoring.

• Provide assistance with daily activities, including toileting, grooming, and meals.

• Aid in maintaining physical activity and exercise routines.

• Identify safety hazards and respond to emergencies.

• Assist with recreational activities, meal service, and housekeeping.

• Report any changes in participant's condition to center staff.

• Escort participants to appointments and assist with transportation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail/elderly population or if less than one (1) year of experience, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization upon hiring.

• Must be willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL). ASL proficiency preferred.

• Preferred experience in long-term care or geriatric programs.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and adapt to change.

• Some travel within the region may be required.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Access to daily pay and employee referral incentives.

• Supportive environment with a patient-centered focus.

• Opportunities for processional development.

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy LIFE Valley View , part of Trinity Health PACE, provides high-quality care to seniors in the communities we serve. Our interdisciplinary team offers comprehensive services, allowing seniors to remain independent at home.

We are guided by core values of reverence, commitment, safety, justice, stewardship, and integrity.

Apply today!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Us

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.