Acute Home Care Participant Care Assistant, CNA

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week | 8am - 4:30pm | Monday - Friday
Department: PACE of Southwest Michigan | St. Joseph, MI

What You’ll Do:
The Acute Care PCA provides flexible, high-quality support across multiple care settings, including in-home care, the day center, and training home care team members. This role ensures continuity of care by assisting participants with daily living activities, supporting clinical team members, and delivering hands-on training to home health team members while on the road.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to participants in their homes, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), basic health monitoring, mobility support, and safety checks.
• Follow individualized care plans and communicate observations to nursing or clinical staff.
• Support participants in maintaining independence and well‑being within their home environment.
• Assist participants attending the day center with ADLs, meal assistance, mobility support, social engagement, and general supervision.
• Provide additional support to day center clinical team members during peak times.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment for all participants.
• Assist in delivering hands-on training, coaching, and support to home health team members in the field.
• Demonstrate proper care techniques, safety protocols, and participant support strategies.
• Document care provided, observations, and participant status changes. 
• Report concerns related to participant health, safety, or functional status to the care team promptly.

The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. If selected for the position, you will receive a full job description.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

• CNA certification, required.
• One (1) year of prior experience with frail or elderly individuals, aiding with daily living activities.
• Experience providing direct care in home health, long-term care, acute care, or similar settings.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License with a clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR or BLS certification or willing to obtain.

Benefits

• Career Growth & Development – Take your career to the next level with our tuition assistance programs and educational scholarships.
• Wellness Program & Reimbursemen t – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year!
• Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Team Members – Enjoy Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
• Daily Pay –Instantly transfer your daily earnings. 
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Includes 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!

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