We're looking flexible (part time, full time or Flexible schedule) Personal Care Assistants in Venango County, PA (see above) to be at the heart of our client's care. As a home health aide with The caring Company you will provide exceptional care that our clients rely on to stay safe at home.
Duties:
- Provide general attention to Patient's non-medical needs in accordance with a Plan of Care
- Provides companionship for patients including talking and listening, reading aloud, providing social and emotional support
- Promote the Patient's mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest
- Provides emotional support and promotes a sense of well-being
- Provide for a clean, safe, and healthy environment for patients and family members
- Provides light housekeeping tasks including laundering of patient's garments and linens
- Prepare and serve meals as directed and ensure dishes are washed and kitchens is clean after each meal
- Assists Patient in completing necessary phone calls, letter writing, etc.
- Accompanies Patient on walks, community trips, doctor's office, bank, beauty salons, etc.
- Reminds patient to take self-administered medications.
- Observes and reports any changes in the patient's mental, physical, emotional condition, or home situation to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of ninth education; high school diploma or GED preferred.
- Must demonstrate satisfactory completions of any stated mandated training.
- Applicant must be bondable and meet or exceed minimum qualifications for each of the following background checks: criminal background investigation, professional reference checks and give permission to submit to random drug testing.
- Must satisfactorily complete the following:
- Complete and pass CCHC's Competency Training Test the following subject areas:
- Confidentiality
- Patient control and the independent living philosophy.
- Instrumental activities of daily living.
- Recognizing changes in the Patient that need to be addressed.
- Basic infection control.
- Universal precautions.
- Handling of emergencies.
- Documentation.
- Recognizing and reporting abuse or neglect.
- Dealing with difficult behaviors.
- Ambulation
- Bathing
- Skin Care
- Shaving
- Mouth Care
- Dressing
- Hair Care
Hiring Locations:
- CrawfordCounty
- Arie County
- Mercer County
- Venango County
If you are a compassionate individual who is dedicated to providing high-quality care to patients in their homes, we would love to hear from you. Join our team of dedicated home health aides and make a difference in the lives of those in need.