Personal Care Assistant ( PCA )

About the role

The Caregiver Assistant supports resident care within the branch, ensuring residents’ daily needs are met in a compassionate way that maintains their dignity and allows them to live life to the fullest.

Responsibilities

• Know the residents you serve and provide care based on their service plans.
• Assist in all aspects of a resident’s daily life, including activities of daily living, meal service, and social engagement.
• Appropriately communicate with branch clinical leadership when a resident’s needs change.
• Knowledge of how to approach and care for residents with dementia.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; or one year of related experience.
• Willing to successfully complete the Certified Nurse Aide course within six months of hire.
• Willing to take additional training or education as specific states may require.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required or willingness to obtain certification.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
• Competent in organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

About Bickford Senior Living

Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers dedicated to enriching residents’ happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family, Bickford began with its namesake, Mary Bickford, as its first resident. Today, Bickford has grown to over 50 locations in seven states while maintaining the family environment that has defined its care for thousands of residents and employees.