Personal Care Assistant

Location LIFE Geisinger Minersville Shift Days (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Worker Type Regular Exemption Status No Job Summary Provides personal care assistance to participants at the Adult Day Health Center and provides personal care, homemaker services, personal interaction and restorative care to participants in their homes to maintain a healthy and independent lifestyle in the community. Job Duties Works independently in a safe and courteous manner, under a care plan developed by the home care coordinator and participant, to provide care needed while allowing the maximum level of independence in the home. Provides direct participant care including personal care, nutrition and hydration, obtain vital signs, assist with ambulation and transfers of participant, active and passive range of motion, prompting for medication compliance and care of participant incontinence. Participates with indirect participant care responsibilities including light housekeeping, assist with laundry, use supplies accurately and economically, and delivery of medication and supplies as needed. May require on-call coverage for afterhours care for emergencies in home. Remains attentive to participant and personal care assistant safety responsibilities including appropriate utilization of good body mechanics and use of gait belt, back brace for transfers and ambulation of participants. Collects data for mandatory requirements and various quality improvement projects and is actively involved in action plans and implementation to improve quality for the LIFE Geisinger program. Completes accurate and thorough documentation for services provided according to program policy. Maintains effective communication skills with the older adult and with co-workers. Explains actions to participant before starting task. Understands and demonstrates that all care is done with full regard to participants rights. Provides orientation and redirection to participant. Promotes independence in participant by offering choices and fostering self-help skills. Communicates respect and caring verbally and non-verbally with participant and other staff. Works cooperatively with other members of the interdisciplinary team to provide quality of care to LIFE Geisinger participants. Attends assigned interdisciplinary team and scheduled monthly meetings and completes all required educational trainings. Work environment Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Position Details Benefit Highlights: Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one. Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents. Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution. Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage. 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions. Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly. Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year. MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive. Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more. Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) - (Required) Experience Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred) Certification(s) and License(s) Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months - Default Issuing Body. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA). Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body. Skills Communication. Computer Literacy. Interpersonal Communication. Our Purpose & Values Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. EEO Statement We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. Contact Information For more information, visit or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. #J-18808-Ljbffr