Personal Care Attendant – PACE

Preferred Qualifications Bilingual in English and one of the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Russian, Spanish, or Vietnamese. Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment and provide compassionate, respectful care to elderly participants.

Personal Care Attendant PACE

Location: Garden Grove, CA
Job Type: Temporary / As-Needed
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Assignment Duration: Up to 6 months and/or 960 hours
About the Position

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Personal Care Attendant (PCA) to support participants at a PACE clinic in Garden Grove, CA. PACE provides comprehensive health and support services to adults age 55 and older with ongoing healthcare needs.

The Personal Care Attendant will provide hands-on personal care, mobility assistance, safety support, and daily living assistance while maintaining the dignity, comfort, and well-being of participants.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and escort assistance according to individual care plans.
• Assist participants with:
  • Grooming and dressing
  • Showering and bathing
  • Toileting and peri-care
  • Feeding
  • Ambulation and mobility
• Assist with safe participant transfers and mobility using appropriate techniques and mechanical equipment when required.
• Report changes in participant condition and communicate health and safety concerns to the Day Center Supervisor and PCA Lead.
• Follow universal precautions and proper body mechanics to maintain a safe environment.
• Participate in social, recreational, and physical activities with participants.
• Assist with food service delivery and monitor participants during mealtimes.
• Implement interventions and techniques as directed by rehabilitation and nursing staff.
• Document services provided on a daily basis.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and support department goals.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience working with frail or elderly individuals required.
• At least 6 months of clinical experience as a Personal Care Aide, CNA, LVN, or MA.
• Completion of an approved HHA or Medical Assistant program, CNA certification, or LVN license required.
• CPR and First Aid certification required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Must complete the PACE-approved Personal Care Aide curriculum upon hire.
• Must complete the ServSafe Food Handler certification upon hire.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment and provide compassionate, respectful care to elderly participants.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and one of the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Russian, Spanish, or Vietnamese.
• Experience working with frail, elderly, or medically complex populations.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and related healthcare systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, kneel, reach, and perform other physical activities required for participant care.
• Ability to assist with lifting and moving participants and/or equipment weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate clearly with participants, families, and healthcare staff.
• Ability to read information from computer screens, forms, and other printed materials.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical activities while safely assisting frail elderly participants.

Yashika Jaint
510-400-6494