Personal Care Giver PT/PRN

BST SENIOR LIVING WEST INC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 16,479 - 23,470; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Appreciation Bonus

Referral Bonus Program

Generous PTO program

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

BST SENIOR LIVING WEST INC in San Antonio, TX is seeking a PRN position to assist residents with personal care and scheduled activities. The role requires effective communication and the ability to support residents, especially those with dementia.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma, knowledge of food handling requirements, and preferably experience in geriatric nursing assistance. Benefits include medical coverage and a generous PTO program.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Texas Food Handlers Program is required within 60 days of hire.
• Experience in geriatric nursing assistance and dementia care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with scheduled activities, providing support.
• Provide personal care including dressing, grooming, and eating.
• Monitor residents' conditions and report changes to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment for residents.

Skills

Dementia care

Effective communication

Personal care assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Texas Food Handlers Program certification

Tools

Adaptive equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Blue Skies West - San Antonio, TX 78245

Position Type: PRN

Salary Range: $14.50 Hourly

Job Shift: Per Department

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with scheduled activities, providing encouragement, support, and opportunities for family participation.
• Provides direct personal care assistance, including dressing, grooming, eating, and mobility as needed.
• Uses appropriate techniques, prompts, and cues when interacting with residents, including those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
• Monitors residents’ functional abilities, swallowing precautions, and overall condition; promptly reports changes or concerns to the Supervisor.
• Assists with dining services, household skills, and use of adaptive equipment (visual, auditory, and mobility aids).
• Maintains a safe, clean, and sanitary environment by performing household duties in all residential areas.
• Communicates effectively with residents, families, staff, and outside support agencies; refers medical questions to appropriate leadership.
• Functions as a cooperative team member while maintaining professionalism in a fast‑paced environment.
• Documents resident activities, levels of care, and service plan compliance according to policy.
• Monitors equipment and follows proper procedures to ensure safety and emergency preparedness.
• Assists with care of household pets, plants, and contributes to quality improvement initiatives.
• Attends required meetings, trainings, service plan reviews, and performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Appreciation Bonus (twice a year)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• A generous PTO program
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Proof of successful completion and certification of a Texas Food Handlers Program or successful completion within 60 days of hire (required)
• Prior geriatric nursing assistance care and dementia care experience (preferred)
• Nursing Assistant Certification, as well as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator, and First Aid certifications (preferred)