Personal Care Assistant
Advantage PCA & Senior Care · Brainerd, MN · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, toileting, mobility, transfers, positioning, eating, and other personal care needs.
- Provide companionship, emotional support, and meaningful social interaction while promoting client independence and well-being.
- Support clients with Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), including meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, laundry, and other household tasks.
- Provide redirection, supervision, behavioral support, and encouragement as needed to promote client safety and individualized goals.
- Observe, redirect, and support clients as needed
- Maintain client confidentiality and follow company policies
- Foster a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment that supports each client's dignity, choices, and individual goals.
- Observe and report any changes in client condition, behavior, or needs, and report concerns to appropriate supervisors.
Qualifications
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to provide compassionate, respectful care
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and follow client specific individualized plans