Personal Care Worker General Pool (Personal Care Worker no consumer needed)

Independence First; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Worker to provide essential personal care services to consumers. This role involves assisting individuals with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, and mobility, ensuring their comfort and dignity. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to maintaining high standards of care and confidentiality. Join a supportive team where your contributions make a significant difference in the lives of those you serve. If you have a passion for helping others and a commitment to quality care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care or related field preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans and document consumer conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers with daily personal care tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality of consumer information.

Skills

Personal Care Assistance

Mobility Assistance

Meal Preparation

Documentation Skills

Confidentiality Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description:

Position Summary: Personal Care Worker provides personal care services to consumers of Independence First. The Personal Care Worker is directly supervised by the Registered Nurse Care Coordinator.

Essential Functions of the Job

1. Assisting consumers with getting in and out of bed.
2. Assisting consumers with toileting/incontinent care.
3. Assisting consumers with bathing or showering.
4. Assistance with eating.
5. Assistance with grooming, including mouth, denture, hair, shaving, and nail care.
6. Assistance with dressing and undressing.
7. Care of eyeglasses and hearing aids.
8. Assistance with mobility and ambulation, including use of gait belt, walker, or cane.
9. Simple transfers, including bed to chair or wheelchair and vice versa.
10. Skin care, excluding wound care.
11. Meal preparation and serving.
12. Light cleaning in areas used during personal care activities.
13. Changing of consumer's bed, washing bed linens, and consumer's personal clothing.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Completing all timesheets and documentation of consumer's condition accurately and timely.
2. Maintaining confidentiality of consumer information.

The above listed essential functions and qualifications are not all-inclusive; changes and/or additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.