Caregiver - PCA

The Job Description outlines your primary responsibilities as a caregiver. This description is not meant to be an exhaustive list of services, as the exact duties to be performed for each assignment will vary. Prior to beginning a new assignment, Senior Helpers will provide you with background information about your client and review any special needs this client may have.

Objective: To provide professional care giving services and to help clients maintain their independence and to assist them with the activities of daily living and household and family support services.

Reports To: Hiring Manager

Examples of Benefits:

• $19/hour
• Flexible Schedule
• Professional Development
• Paid Training and Development
• Opportunities for Advancement
• LifeMart
• Work close to home 

 Primary Responsibilities:

• Companionship and conversation 
• Light housekeeping
• Household management
• Walking assistance
• Eating assistance
• Errands
• Transportation
• Assist client to and from bed 

Other Requirements:

• Meal planning and preparation
• Laundry and linen changing
• Bathing assistance
• Dressing assistance
• Toileting
• Medication reminders
• Monitor Alzheimer’s & Dementia client
• Assist client throughout the night
• Document activities in the Care Plan Book daily
• Report any significant client changes to the office immediately.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Senior Helpers Employee Handbook and Training Manual.

Qualifications

• CHHA license required
• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect. 
• Ability to read, write and speak English at an average adult level. 
• Ability to successfully complete Personal Care Services training and skills assessment test. 
• Ability to drive to get to work and have a vehicle available during assignments. 
• Valid driver’s license with no serious driving violations, a valid driver’s license and car insurance 
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations. 
• Demonstrate tact, patience and good hygiene 
• Must have flexibility with schedule and be able to work various shifts and days 
• Pass a criminal background check with Senior Helpers. 

Who is Senior Helpers of Burlington? Senior Care, Only Better.

We are an independently owned and operated franchisee of SH Franchising, LLC dba Senior Helpers®. Senior Helpers® has been the nation's premier franchisor of in-home senior care franchisees since 2005, with locations across the country. Our services range from specialized care for those with chronic diseases to companion services for seniors looking for assistance with daily activities. Our mission is to provide compassionate care and improve the quality of life for our clients, their families, and our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws