Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
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SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE!!Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent with basic reading,writing and math skills; ability to use a computer for word processing with aminimum of 25 WPM. Proof of high school diploma or GED is required.Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) designation preferred but notrequiredMinimum Experience: Ability to work with adults who have been diagnosed with anIntellectual/Developmental disability who have exceptional needs.Experience in Person-Centered Organization Skills preferredValid Drivers' License and Automobile Insurance RequiredPersonal transportation to use during shift for transportation ofindividuals supportedAbility to lift 50 poundsAbility to complete and pass the following training courses and applyskills:Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)AAA Defensive DrivingCPR/First AidProxy CaregiverPersonal Care AssistantASSIGNED DUTIESDESCRIPTION OF WORK DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Under general supervision, the PCA will work as part of a team to ensure dutiesare performed in a way that empowers the individual supported and promotes aperson's independence at the highest level possible. The PCA will be responsibleto carrying out person-centered services based on the individuals preferencesand choices identified in ISP; focus on creating a meaningful life that meetsthe physical, social and developmental needs of each person; protect eachperson's health, dignity, safety, comfort, well-being, civil, human and legalrights. Minimum training standards will be performed by all staff and additionaltraining will be based on the needs of individuals supported.Maintain and submit ACCURATE records which may include but not limited to:Financial Reports for cash management and personal spending, Behavior Supports,Personal Care/Companion Tasks and Medication Assistance based on agency trainingand policies.Complete and submit ACCURATE person-centered documentation throughCareLogic. Documentation will reflect a person's choice, observations,descriptions and quotes.Provide person-centered community living support services at a minimumfrequency as described in the ISP; to include but not limited to assistance withadvocacy, adult daily living skills, bathing, dressing, education, personalhygiene and home care skills such as bed making, laundry, shopping, paying billsand medical appointments.Escort and empower the individual to engage in Community Living to promotetrue Community Integration and Inclusion in the larger natural community.Practices should include the use of community resources that are available toother citizens with disabilities.