Personal Care Aide
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Join our team as a Personal Care Aide/Homemaker/Companion and provide crucial support to seniors in Birmingham, AL. In this role, you'll deliver compassionate in-home care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring a comfortable, safe environment for clients.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Daily Living Support: Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility to enhance their independence and comfort.
- Home Care Duties: Perform light housekeeping, including laundry and bed changes, and maintain a clean, safe home environment.
- Meal Assistance: Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals; handle grocery shopping and kitchen clean-up.
- Medication Reminders: Ensure clients adhere to their medication schedules as outlined in their care plans.
- Observation & Reporting: Monitor and report any changes in clients' health or home conditions to your supervisor.
- Communication: Build positive relationships with clients, families, and team members through effective communication and professional conduct.
- Training & Compliance: Complete all required training, documentation, and adhere to company policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Must pass state-mandated training and background checks (criminal, driving record, references).
- Reliable transportation with a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
- Strong interpersonal skills, confidentiality, and genuine desire to help others.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Follow detailed instructions and accurately document services.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with clients and team members.
- Demonstrate empathy, social perceptiveness, and strong organizational skills.
Working Environment:
- Work in clients' homes and drive to various locations.
- Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases.
- Moderate physical activity including lifting up to 25 pounds, standing, walking, and assisting clients.
Why Apply?
- Make a Difference: Provide essential care and improve the quality of life for seniors.
- Flexible Scheduling: Opportunities for both part-time and full-time positions.
- Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development.
Apply now to join our dedicated team and contribute to a meaningful and rewarding career in senior care!