Description:
Highland Hills Retirement Village is seeking compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join our team in providing high-quality care and support to our residents. As a PCA, you will assist residents with daily living activities, ensuring they maintain dignity, comfort, and a high quality of life in a warm and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to residents, promoting their overall well-being.
- Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and ensuring proper hydration.
- Monitor and report any changes in residents’ health, behavior, or needs to nursing staff.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.
- Follow care plans and work collaboratively with nurses, caregivers, and other staff.
- Adhere to all health, safety, and infection control protocols.
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and organizing residents' living spaces.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Certification as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or relevant experience in caregiving preferred.
- Previous experience in a senior living, assisted living, or healthcare setting is a plus.
- Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing high-quality care.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lift, move, and assist residents as needed.
- Must pass background checks and drug screening as required.