Personal Care Attendant - Open Availability (Plainfield, IN)

Graceful Aging Home Care; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking dedicated caregivers to provide compassionate assistance to clients in their homes. As a caregiver, you will follow personalized care plans, support clients with daily living activities, and ensure their safety and well-being. Your role will also include providing companionship, meal preparation, and assistance with errands. If you have a passion for helping others and possess the necessary skills, this is a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those in need. Join a team that values respect, care, and quality service in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of personal care and home management skills is essential.
• Understanding of client care services and evaluation of satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and ensure their safety.
• Provide companionship and emotional support while maintaining client records.
• Meal planning, light housekeeping, and transportation assistance.

Skills

Personal care skills

Home management skills

Client care services knowledge

English language proficiency

Clerical procedures knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA or HHA license

2 years of experience

Current driver's license

Job description

Caregivers provide services to individuals in their own homes, who need assistance caring for themselves because of old age, sickness, disability and/or other infliction. Caregivers are responsible for ensuring that service is delivered in a caring and respectful manner, in accordance with Graceful Aging Home Care’s policies and industry standards. Please note that Graceful Aging Home Care's office is located in Indianapolis but this specific position will serve clients in Plainfield, IN.

Job Duties:

• Follow the written care plan.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, toileting, dressing, etc.).
• Ensure client’s safety and security by supervising the home environment.
• Provide companionship including social interactions, conversations, and emotional reassurance and encouragement of activities that stimulate the mind.
• Meal planning and preparation.
• Light housekeeping (making/changing beds, vacuuming, laundry, etc.).
• Medication reminders.
• Provide transportation and assistance running errands (grocery store, bank, pharmacy, etc.).
• Complete and maintain client records.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge:

• Knowledge of personal care and home management skills.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal care services, including needs determinants, meeting quality standards, and evaluation of client satisfaction.
• Knowledge of the English language.
• Knowledge of clerical procedures such as maintaining records and completing forms.

Qualifications/Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CNA or HHA license preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred but not required.
• Current driver’s license.
• Proper vehicle insurance coverage.