Personal Care Attendant

Your Role as the Personal Care Attendant (PCA)

Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and dependable Personal Care Attendant (PCA) to support our residents' physical and emotional well-being in a warm, home-like environment. In this rewarding role, you'll have a direct impact on residents' daily lives by helping them feel safe, comfortable, and respected.

You'll work alongside a supportive team of caregivers and nursing staff who are committed to providing exceptional care and creating meaningful connections with residents and families.

Summary

The Personal Care Attendant provides hands-on assistance with activities of daily living while supporting residents' emotional well-being and quality of life. This role functions as part of an interdisciplinary care team and upholds Americare's standards, values, and commitment to resident-centered care.

This Role May Also Be Known As:

Personal Care Attendant (PCA), Caregiver, Resident Care Assistant, or Personal Support Aide.

What You'll Do

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
• Provide compassionate physical and emotional support while preserving resident dignity
• Monitor resident safety and observe for signs of distress or changes in condition
• Accurately document resident care, activities, and changes as required
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff and fellow caregivers regarding resident needs
• Engage residents in activities that promote physical, emotional, and social well-being
• Maintain resident privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and company policies
• Support a clean, safe, and welcoming living environment

What You Bring

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR and BLS certifications are a plus training available

Skills & Abilities

• Friendly, patient, and positive attitude
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Attention to detail and commitment to resident comfort and safety

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
• Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance
• Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Work Environment

This role is performed in an indoor senior living environment designed to promote comfort, safety, and engagement. Duties may include accompanying residents to supervised indoor or outdoor activities.

If you're excited about making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors while working in a supportive, team-oriented culture, we'd love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an inclusive workplace.

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