Personal Care Worker (PCW)

Professional Home Care Services, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-like atmosphere

Stable agency with 30 years of history

Valued caregiving roles

Job summary

A local health care agency in Milwaukee is seeking an experienced part-time Personal Care Worker (PCW) to provide hands-on personal care and assistance with daily living activities. Ideal candidates should have at least one year of experience in a home health care setting and a valid driver's license. This position offers a rewarding environment with a focus on quality care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Personal Care Worker (PCW) required.
• Previous experience in a home health care setting.
• Valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care including bathing and hygiene.
• Assist clients with transfers and mobility exercises.
• Document all care observations accurately using an EVV system.

Skills

Transfers

Catheter care

Bowel program

Personal hygiene

Grooming

Job description

Professional Home Care Services, Inc. (PHCS) is a licensed, mid-sized home health agency with over 30 years of experience serving the Milwaukee community. We’re currently seeking anexperienced and dependable part-time Personal Care Worker (PCW)to join our family-oriented team and provide excellent care to clients in theMetro Milwaukeearea.

As a Federally and State Licensed agency, PHCS provides a higher level of skilled service. We are seeking a professional PCW who is looking for a rewarding career, not just a “sitter” position. This role is ideal for a caregiver whose skills include transfers, catheter care, bowel programs, and more.

Primary Responsibilities

Under the supervision of an RN Case Manager, you will provide hands‑on care and assistance with daily living activities based on a written Care Plan.

• Provide hands‑on personal care, including bathing, personal hygiene, grooming, toileting, and dressing.
• Assist clients with transfers, ambulation, and range‑of‑motion exercises, using proper body mechanics and equipment (e.g., Hoyer lift).
• Perform specialized skilled tasks as trained, such as catheter care (changing drainage bags, applying leg bags), and application of non‑sterile dressings.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks according to the client’s therapeutic diet.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy home environment.
• Report all observations and any changes in a client’s condition immediately to the RN Case Manager.
• Accurately document all care and observations from your visit using our Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Personal Care Worker (PCW) is required.
• Previous experience in a home health care setting.
• A valid driver’s license and a reliable, insured vehicle to travel between client homes in Metro Milwaukee.
• Must have a positive attitude, be a team player, and be able to accept and take direction.
• Must be reliable, on‑time, and able to keep a consistent schedule.
• Able to pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience caring for clients with dementia, ALS, MS, or quadriplegia.
• Solid PCW skills including transfers, catheter care, bowel program, range‑of‑motion, etc.

Why Join Professional Home Care Services?

• Be Part of a Team:We foster a rewarding, family‑like atmosphere for our employees.
• Stable & Respected:Join an established agency with over 30 years of history serving Milwaukee.
• Do Meaningful Work:This is a position where your advanced caregiving skills are valued and necessary.

Job Type:Part‑time

If you are a compassionate, experienced Personal Care Worker in Milwaukee looking for a rewarding part‑time opportunity, we encourage you to apply.