PCA: Personal Care Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Inspire of McClelland

126 Old Castle Point Road

Wappingers Falls, NY 12590

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Inspire of McClelland provides comfort of home to independent elders, with leisurely access to delicious & nutritious meals, wellness & social activities, assistance with tasks of daily living, and medication assistance seeks PCA's for immediate hire. We are looking for positive, dependable, caring individuals to join our team to meet the growing demand in our community for quality care.

The Personal Care Aide position requires the following:

o Ability to communicate in a dignified, respectful manner.

o Relates well to residents, visitors and other staff members

o Emotional and physical stamina to be of service to the residents in their daily living skills

o Interest and participation in opportunities for personal academic growth

o Ability to practice self-control in speech, listening, body and facial mannerisms 

o Assist residents with activities of daily living.  

o Assist residents with medication. 

o Assist residents with grooming, showering, and other aspects of personal care.

o Update medication administration record as needed

o Ensure that resident receives all necessary documents prior to doctor appointments.

o Consult and correspond with doctor offices for any necessary clarifications

o Contact pharmacy for residents' prescription refills as needed and ensure escript copies are received.

o Record all pertinent information regarding residents in the twenty-four hour log book.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prefer prior experience with medication assistance.
• Prefer previous experience, either professional, personal or volunteer, with the elderly population.

Compensation: 

$16/Hours + PTO 

Inspire of McClelland is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.