Personal Care Attendant

Habitat Health · Compton, CA · 1 mo ago

On-siteHealthcare$22–$26/hrFull-time

Core Responsibilities & Expectations for the Role

Contribute to a center experience that Participants want to spend time in, a team culture that cares and creates joy, and an environment where all participants and team members belong.
Continue to raise the bar. Constructively seek and share feedback and help us implement changes in order to improve clinical outcomes and experience for participants.
Exhibit and honor Habitat’s values.
Maintain participant’s personal hygiene such as bathing and other basic needs in a timely and caring manner.
Assist participants with activities of daily living, such as feeding, ambulation, toileting, and other activities.
Respond to and fulfill participant requests or obtain appropriate assistance.
Perform and assist with assigned tasks in support of participant care.
Prepare and plate food for meal service, following instructions on participants’ dietary cards for specific diets, preferences, and special needs.
Ensure that the participant is comfortable, has necessary supplies within reach, and physical privacy is maintained.
Follow established standard operating procedures. Knowledge and performance of procedures would be acquired through continuing appropriate nursing education programs or supervised clinical experience.
Collect data and records activity and participant care information on appropriate forms. Ensure that information is accurate, timely, and recorded according to established guidelines.
Provide participant instruction related to safety factors conducive to their care plan and recovery; demonstrate appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices.
Clean and straighten immediate participant surroundings ensuring that the participant is comfortable, necessary supplies are available and within reach, and physical privacy is maintained.
Assist in maintaining an orderly, clean participant care unit by straightening supply and linen storage, nursing station, and equipment area.
Occasionally provide homemaking services in the home including preparing and serving meals and snacks according to specified nutritional needs and dietary restrictions as outlined on the plan of care. Perform light housekeeping tasks as outlined on plan of care including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, taking out trash, washing dishes, and doing laundry.
Accompany participants for outside appointments as needed.
Observe participants for emotional, behavioral, and physical changes in condition such as any changes in mood, skin integrity, bowel and bladder status, food/fluid intake, speech, ambulation, and transfer ability. Promptly report participant change of condition to nursing or group home staff.

Required Qualifications

Completion of accredited vocational nursing assistant course, hospital, or comparable participant care experience.
High School diploma/GED.
Knowledge of PACE program.
Able to work without close supervision or professional guidance and to exercise independent judgment.
Knowledge of physical, mental, and social needs of frail older adults.
Able to manage changing priorities per participant needs.
Effective interpersonal skills to work with participants, caregivers, and staff.
Able to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Able to be self-directed and able to work independently.
Requires physical strength to perform essential functions of the job (i.e. assist participants with mobility challenges).
A minimum of one year experience working with the frail or elderly.
Proof of medical clearance for communicable diseases, including a TB test.
Proof of all immunizations are up to date.
Proof of current CPR/BLS certification required or requirement to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Proof of valid CA driver’s license, personal transportation, good driving record and auto insurance as required by State law.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual: Spanish/English preferred.
PACE experience and/or ADHC/CBAS experience.
A state issued driver’s license, personal transportation, and auto insurance as required by law.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $22.00- 26.00. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus and may be eligible for additional incentive compensation, as applicable.

The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographical location, and business needs.

In addition, this position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) savings plan that includes a match; paid time off; and company paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

Habitat Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion. Employment decisions at Habitat Health are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Vaccination Policy, including COVID-19

To help maintain a safe environment for our participants and team members, Habitat Health maintains vaccination and infection control policies applicable to certain roles and work locations. For COVID-19 and influenza, team members who are working in a participant care setting are required to provide either proof of vaccination or a signed declination form and comply with applicable masking requirements while in a care setting to the extent permitted by law in the applicable jurisdiction.

E-Verify Participation Notice

Habitat Health participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with information from your Form I-9 to confirm your authorization to work in the United States.

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