Personal Care Assistant

Company: A First Name Basis
Location: Gulfport
Posted on: April 25, 2025

Job Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Caregivers to provide essential support and assistance to individuals in need of personal care. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for helping others, particularly seniors, and will be responsible for ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of our clients in their homes or assisted living facilities. This role requires a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to work independently while following care plans.

Duties

* Provide personal care services including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting assistance.
* Assist clients with mobility and transfers to ensure their safety.
* Monitor patients' health by observing and reporting any changes in condition or behavior.
* Administer medications as prescribed and ensure adherence to medication schedules.
* Prepare meals and assist with feeding when necessary.
* Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties.
* Engage clients in social activities to promote mental well-being and companionship.
* Document daily activities, patient observations, and any incidents according to HIPAA regulations.

Skills

* Strong knowledge of patient care techniques, particularly in senior care settings.
* Experience in home health or assisted living environments is preferred.
* Proficiency in patient monitoring and observation skills to detect changes in health status.
* Ability to provide direct support with compassion and respect for client dignity.
* Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
* Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality is maintained.
* Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
* Patience, empathy, and a strong desire to help others are essential traits for success in this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance

Schedule:

* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Morning shift
* Overtime
* Rotating weekends
* Weekends as needed
* Weekends only

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $11.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 50 per week

Benefits:

* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Vision insurance

Schedule:

* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Morning shift
* Overtime
* Rotating weekends
* Weekends as needed
* Weekends only

Work Location: In person

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