Personal Care Attendant

Almost Kin; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Almost Kin is seeking a Personal Care Attendant in Evansville, Indiana, to provide non-medical in-home support and companionship. Responsibilities include assisting clients with daily activities such as bathing and grooming, providing emotional support, and maintaining a clean living environment. No medical license is required, but training as a caregiver or personal care attendant is essential. Candidates should possess compassion and strong communication skills, with preferred CPR/First Aid certification. Work will be performed in clients' homes, requiring physical stamina.

Qualifications

• Must have completed caregiver or personal care attendant training as required by the state of Indiana.
• Knowledge of infection control preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living such as bathing and grooming.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Observe and report changes in client condition to supervisor.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Safe transfer techniques

Basic personal care knowledge

Education

Caregiver or personal care attendant training

Job description

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Personal Care Attendant provides non-medical in-home support and companionship to clients, assisting with activities of daily living, homemaking tasks, and promoting independence while ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting as needed.
• Provides companionship, conversation, and emotional support to clients.
• Prepares meals and assists with feeding when necessary.
• Performs light housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and maintaining a clean living environment.
• Assists clients with mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation within the home.
• Provides transportation and assistance with errands, shopping, and appointments as assigned.
• Observes and reports changes in client condition or concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Maintains accurate daily documentation of services provided.
• Encourages and supports client independence and dignity in all care activities.
• Participates in training and staff meetings as required.

KNOWLEDGE AND REQUIRED TRAINING

No medical license required. Must have completed caregiver or personal care attendant training as required by the state of Indiana and the agency. Knowledge of safe transfer techniques, infection control, and basic personal care preferred. CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Maintains compassionate, respectful communication with clients, families, and agency staff. Reports directly to the assigned supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires the ability to assist clients with personal care and mobility. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, perform household tasks, and work on feet for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in client homes and community settings. Conditions may vary depending on client environment. Exposure to household pets, smoking, or other variables may occur.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of duties to be performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.