Caregiver

**Job Title**:
Personal Care Assistant

**About Us**:
Altra Homecare Group is committed to a collaborative approach in delivering personalized care that meets each client's unique needs. We are a community-based, personal service agency dedicated to ensuring the well-being of our patients in the comfort of their own homes. Our patient-first approach, built on strong relationships, drives our mission to meet and exceed the needs of every patient we serve.

**What We're Looking For**:
Altra Homecare Group is seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as a Personal Care Assistant. As a PCA, you will be responsible for delivering essential personal care services tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist with patient laundry when necessary.
- Provide medication reminders.
- Ensure patient safety.
- Report significant changes in the patient's condition directly to their supervisor.
- Prepare light meals and assist with patient feeding when required.
- Monitor and record patient temperature.
- Assist patients with ambulation.
- Conduct range of motion exercises and other simple physical activities.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation and adhere to care protocols.
- Follow privacy policies and infection control guidelines.
- Offer bathing assistance.
- Perform light housekeeping.
- Provide companion services, including letter-writing and reading.

**Requirements**:

- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Possess a valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance.
- Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Ability to read, follow written instructions, and document care provided.
- Current CPR certification.
- Comply with training requirements as per State and Federal laws.

**Benefits**:

- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Competitive weekly pay ($13 - $16/hr.)
- Overtime pay.
- Holiday pay.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Direct Deposit.