Personal Care Attendant II

About the role

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with personal care ADLs/IADLs for participants in the PACE across all platforms of delivery of care (center, home, or virtually).
• Ability to perform the job duties of a PCA I if assigned.
• Support the PCA III in gathering and reporting information related to care coordination, participants’ ability to engage, maintain/improve ability, foster independence, maintain function, improve socialization, or satisfaction.
• Communicate and collaborate with IDT members or other PACE staff in the goals of the plan of care, focusing on needs (participant supplies or tools), health status, physical, and mental well‑being.

Requirements

• Certified Nursing Aide education and training.
• Nurse Assistant Certificate issued by the State of California, Department of Health and Human Services‑Aid and Technician Certification.
• High school diploma required; some college education/credits preferred.
• Valid BLS certification or higher (American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines).
• California Food Handler Certificate of Achievement preferred (must be attained within 30 days of employment).
• Prior experience working with physically or mentally impaired older people strongly preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on location, preferred.
• Experience working with the elderly patient population.

Pay

$25.00 – $29.32 hourly. Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the