About Us:
Gail’s Homecare is a non-medical, in-home care provider that maintains the highest quality standards in the industry.
Our goal is to add value to the lives of our clients and to those who love them and to provide personal care to the patient in their residence.
We are based in Lithonia, Georgia and our services are available in the areas of Clayton, Cobb, Dekalb, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Jackson, and Rockdale County.
In Gail's Homecare, we value our employees the same way we value our clients!
We are currently seeking for a compassionate, highly-skilled, and reliable personal care assistant (PCA) to serve as part of our growing home health care team.
In this role, you will work with our clients in their homes, helping them with basic personal hygiene and domestic tasks as needed, according to their requirements and limitations. You will provide compassionate care and assistance and document clients' progress to help ensure their overall wellbeing.
If you have the following requirements and qualifications, we want you!
Salary:$13 per hour
Shift: Thursday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm
Current CPR/BLS and First Aid certification required
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum of one (1) year of full-time professional experience in a healthcare setting required; three (3) to five (5) years preferred
Previous experience in a home health care environment strongly preferred
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and conversational abilities
Completion of at least eight (8) hours of personal care-related training annually
Willingness to attend professional meetings and training sessions as directed
Ability to work under supervision and demonstrate competency in providing quality client care
Experience in housekeeping, domestic work, or related services is a plus
Ability to safely lift, transfer, and assist clients with mobility needs
Patience and the ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
Willingness to assist with both personal care and household tasks as requested by the client
Dependable, punctual, and reliable
Warm, compassionate, and client-focused attitude
Commitment to treating all clients with dignity, respect, and professionalism
Ability and willingness to comply with all agency policies, legal requirements, and healthcare regulations
Valid Driver's License or State-Issued Identification Card
Current PCA (Personal Care Assistant) Certification
Current CPR Certification Card
Current TB Test Results
Social Security Card
Vaccination Record/Card
Existing Fingerprint-Based Background Check (preferred or required, as applicable)
CLIENT NEEDS:
1Personal Care Assist client with washing and hygiene. Change her clothing and/or incontinence products as needed. Ensure she is clean, comfortable, and repositioned properly in bed. 2Mobility Assistance Use the Hoyer lift to safely transfer client from the bed when needed. Assist her into a seated position for lunch. After the meal, assist her back into bed and ensure she is properly pulled up and positioned comfortably. 3Feeding Feeding assistance is not required. However, ensure her meal is within reach and that she is safely positioned while eating. 4Housekeeping Empty the trash as needed. Fold the laundry. Keep the bathroom clean and tidy. Maintain general cleanliness of the house. Vacuum the floors regularly. Additional Notes Ensure client is always positioned comfortably and safely after transfers. Maintain a clean and safe environment at all times.