Personal Care Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Personal Care Aide 

Job Type

Full-Time

Pay Rate

$18.50

Position Hours

35

FLSA

Nonexempt

Reports To

Property Manager

EEO

Service Workers

Our Story

The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing, Inc. (WSFSSH) is a community‐based organization whose mission is to provide safe, affordable housing with supportive services within a residential setting which enhances the independence and dignity of each person. WSFSSH develops, manages, and provides housing for low‐ income older persons, many of whom live with mental illness and/or have experienced homelessness.

Position Description

The Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to older adults and/or residents with disabilities living in a nonprofit senior/supportive housing setting. The PCA supports residents’ safety, dignity, independence, and comfort through person-centered care, clear communication, and reliable service delivery. This role follows an individualized care plan and works under the direction of a Social Worker II.

This is a full-time, onsite role (5) days a week.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assistresidents with bathing/showering, toileting/incontinence care, dressing/grooming, and oral hygiene whilemaintainingprivacy and dignity.
• Helpwith eating/feeding as needed, following diet orders and safety guidelines (e.g., aspiration precautions if applicable).
• Observe and promptly report changes in resident condition (skin integrity, appetite, mobility, mood, confusion, pain, safety risks).
• Follow infection control practices (hand hygiene, PPE asrequired), universal precautions, and safe disposal of contaminated materials.
• Maintain a safe environment;identifyfall risks and notify the supervisor of hazards or concerns.
• Completetimelydocumentation (care notes, task checklists, service logs) per policy and program requirements.
• Always follow confidentiality requirements and professional boundaries.
• Communicate respectfully with residents and families (asappropriate)and coordinate with nursing, social services, and building staff.
• Participate in shift handoffs, in-service trainings, and care plan updates; follow directions from the supervising clinician.

• Support person-centered goals that promote independence, choice, and resident engagement.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to provide respectful, hands-on personal care with attention to dignity and resident preferences.
• Knowledge of safe transfer techniques, body mechanics, and basic infection control practices.
• Ability toobserve, document, and communicate changes in condition clearly and promptly.
• Compassionate, reliable, and calm under pressure; able to respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Ability to follow written care plans and verbal instructions accurately.
• Basic English communication skills (verbal and written) sufficient for care documentation; bilingual skills a plus based on resident needs.
• Basic technology skills (mobile timekeeping, electronic visit verification or similar, as applicable).

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred (may be required by funder/regulation).