Joybridgecare is hiring: Personal Care Aide (PCA) in Buford
joybridgecareBuford, GA
Joybridgecare is hiring: Personal Care Aide (PCA) in Buford
joybridgecareBuford, GA
31 days ago
Industries
Services for the Elderly and Persons with DisabilitiesHome Health Care ServicesOther Residential Care FacilitiesAbout the role
Provide hands‑on assistance with activities of daily living to elderly, disabled, and convalescing individuals in their homes. Work under RN supervision following individualized service plans. Department Client Services Reports ToRN Supervisor / AdministratorFLSA StatusNon‑Exempt (Hourly) Location Client homes across Georgia Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing Help with feeding and ensuring adequate nutrition Provide walking assistance and mobility support Safely transfer clients between bed, chair, and wheelchair Reposition bed‑bound clients to prevent pressure sores Health Monitoring Take and record vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) Monitor and report changes in client condition Observe skin for redness, breakdown, or changes Track fluid intake and output when required Support Tasks Prepare nutritious meals per dietary requirements Perform light housekeeping essential to client health Escort clients to appointments and activities
Qualifications:
Required 18 years or older High school diploma or GED preferred Ability to read, write, and speak English Pass GCHEXS fingerprint background check Complete 40‑hour PCA training programCPR/First Aid certification (or within 30 days of hire) Valid driver's license and reliable transportation PreferredPrevious caregiving experienceCNA certification Experience with elderly or disabled populations
Physical Requirements:
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Extended standing and walking
- Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling
- Assist with client transfers
- Fine motor skills for personal care tasks
- Training Provided40‑hour PCA training program (20 hours before solo work)
- Infection control and universal precautions
- Safe transfer and ambulation techniques
- Emergency response and first aid
- Vital signs measurement12 hours annual continuing education
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Junior
Location
Buford, GA
Occupation
Personal Care Aides
Industry
Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities
Posted
31 days ago
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