Personal Care Attendant

Employment Incentives

• Starting salary of $13.02/hour
• Semi-Monthly Pay Schedule
• Flexible Schedule/Shifts
• Health & Wellness Benefit Options*
• Advancement Opportunities 

Location:  DeSoto, TX

• Supports clients by assisting with the Activities of Daily Living or ADLs(bathing/dressing/toileting/hygiene/meal prep/assistance with meals/mobility monitoring/medication reminders)
• Provide direct personal care of a non-medical nature, following an approved plan of care
• Performs safety & wellness observations each shift. Communicates with the agency about any changes in   condition or living environment
• Maintains a safe work and living environment, ensuring the area where care is provided is free   from falls, fire, and trip hazards. Adheres to agency safety standards and procedures
• Helps family members or primary caregivers care for the client by teaching appropriate ways to   transfer, turn, and reposition if necessary
• Updates job knowledge by participating in agency-required training and education opportunities
• Enhances agency & service reputation by accepting ownership of exploring opportunities to add   value to services offered

Skills/Qualifications:

• Must have 6 months or more of prior direct caregiving experience  
• Must be self-directed and service-oriented
• Need good interpersonal skills, must be service-oriented, possess good bedside manner
• Must have patience and compassion for elderly and/or disabled individuals
• Experience working with individuals with Dementia/Alzheimer's disease, or be willing to participate in training to provide service
• Skilled in verbal and written communication

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be dependable and have reliable transportation
• Must meet background eligibility requirements
• Must provide 2 Professional References
• Must complete all assigned training by agency deadlines

The duties listed in this job post are not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Caremate Wellness Solutions reserves the right to change or amend the duties as the needs of the business change.

SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY