Assisted Living Personal Care Attendant (PCA)- PRN Job at St. James Place of Baton Rouge
Compensation Range: Starting at $11/hr depending on experience
For PRN Positions - Weekend Availability is a Must! PRN Position Shift: 2p-10p; Every other Weekend Schedule shifts available are: 6a to 6p; or 6p to 6a
Why Work for St. James Place: Clean and safe environment, Great management team that appreciates you, Competitive pay, Discounted Gym Membership to the onsite fitness center, and On-campus Café with good food at a reasonable price.
What Employees Say About Working at St. James Place:
“St. James Place is a wonderful, clean environment to work at. Employees and residents are very friendly. It is a very beautiful place for the elderly to call home. They provide activities for all residents, no matter what level of care they receive. St. James Place also honors, rewards, and appreciate their employees.” - Assisted Living Team Member
Job Duties
Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) assist seniors who are functionally, physically, and/or socially impaired in the Assisted Living area. The PCA’s role is to assist residents with those activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without help, fostering at all times residents’ independence and freedom of choice. PCAs work with a group of residents on their assigned hall for their shift.
Qualities: Good human relation skills; ability to maintain confidentiality; good communication skills; demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of seniors; ability to relate well with seniors and their family members; ability to understand written and verbal instructions and relay information to others; ability to manage time and complete assigned tasks according to schedule; ability to exercise good judgement; ability to maintain positive relationships with co-workers; ability to maintain customer service standards; reliable work ethic; good attendance and punctuality; maintains a neat appearance and represents St. James Place in a professional manner.
Physical Requirements: This position requires extensive standing, walking, and the ability to lift and transfer residents with assistance.
Benefits
EEO Statement: St. James Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, promote, and train for all jobs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, origin, age, disability, or Veteran status.
Experience
Preferred- one year of experience with seniors preferred
Education
Required- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certificate
Skills
Required- Team Player
- Human Relations/Interpersonal Skills
- Computer Basic Knowledge
- Direct Care Skills
Behaviors
Required- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Required- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
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