PCA Caregiver

Senior Helpers of Richmond

PCA Caregiver

Mechanicsville, VA +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Flexible schedule

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Caregiver Needed – PCA, CNA required

    Do you enjoy helping others? Would you like a position with flexible hours? Senior Helpers is currently recruiting professional, caring, and reliable caregivers to work with our senior clients that need a helping hand with daily ADLs, errands, rides to doctor’s appointments, and companionship from energetic people to fill their time during the day while the family is at work or school. If being a caregiver is right for you, please apply.

    Primary Responsibilities

    Companionship and conversation

    Personal Care (assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom needs, feeding)

    Light Housekeeping/Household Management (incl. laundry and linen changing)

    Apparel selection (i.e. laying out clothes)

    Meal planning and preparation

    Medication reminders

    Mobility support (standby assist, transfer, hoyer lift)

    Transportation using own or client’s vehicle

    Helping family members learn safe care techniques

    Tolerance to small pets (i.e. dogs and/or cats)

    Qualifications

    Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect

    Ability to read, write, and speak English at an average adult level and interpret the Plan of Care Document provided by Senior Helpers

    Spanish speakers welcomed; se habla Español

    Ability to drive is preferred

    Ability to use public transportation to get to work

    Valid US issued driver’s license with no serious driving violations

    Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations

    Pass a criminal background check prior to employment with Senior Helpers

    Prior experience with dementia patients and senior care, a plus, but not required

    Must be able to be reached via phone oremail for shift schedules, client updates and/or emergencies

    Competitive pay

    Minimum shifts are 4 hours

    Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. Testing includes, but is not limited to, amphetamines, methamphetamines, cocaine, opiates (including morphine), and benzodiazepines. Applicants with valid prescriptions may disclose them to the testing provider.

  • Locations
    Mechanicsville, VA • Quinton, VA