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Job Description: A  Personal  Care  Aide (PCA)  assists  elderly,  disabled,  or  ill  clients  with  daily  living  activities,  ensuring  their  comfort,  safety,  and  overall  well-being.
Overview: Personal  Care  Aides  provide  essential  support  to  individuals  who  need  assistance  with  daily  living  tasks,  either  in  their  own  homes,  residential  care  facilities,  or  group  homes.  They  help  clients  maintain  independence,  quality  of  life,  and  safety  while  offering  companionship  and  emotional  support. Key  Duties  and 
Responsibilities: Personal  Care:  Assist  with  bathing,  dressing,  grooming,  toileting,  and  hygiene  maintenance.  Mobility  Support:  Help  clients  move  safely  around  their  homes  or  facilities,  including  transferring  from  beds  to  chairs  and  assisting  with  walking.  Medication  Assistance:  Remind  clients  to  take  medications  or  administer  them  as  directed  by  healthcare  professionals.  Meal  Preparation:  Prepare  nutritious  meals  and  snacks  according  to  dietary  needs  and  preferences.  Housekeeping:  Perform  light  housekeeping  tasks  such  as  laundry,  cleaning,  dishwashing,  and  making  beds.  Companionship:  Engage  clients  in  conversation,  hobbies,  reading,  or  recreational  activities  to  reduce  loneliness  and  improve  mental  well-being.  Transportation:  Accompany  clients  to  medical  appointments,  errands,  or  social  activities,  ensuringsafety  during  travel.  Health  Monitoring:  Observe  and  report  changes  in  clients’  physical  or  emotional  condition  to  family  members  or  healthcare  professionals.  Care  Plan  Adherence:  Follow  individualized  care  plans  provided  by  healthcare  professionals  to  meet  client-specific  needs. Work  EnvironmentPCAs  typically  work  in  clients’  homes,  residential  care  facilities,  or  group  homes.  Some  travel  may  be  required  for  appointments  or  errands.  Work  hours  usually  range  from 35  to 40  hours  per  week,  and  the  role  may  involve  close  physical  proximity  to  clients.  Required  Skills  and 
Qualifications: Physical  Stamina:  Ability  to  assist  clients  with  mobility  challenges  and  perform  physically  demanding  tasks.  Healthcare  Knowledge:  Basic  understanding  of  personal  care,  hygiene,  and  medication reminders. Interpersonal 
Skills:   Patience,  empathy,  and  strong  communication  skills  to  maintain  client  dignity  and  provide  emotional  support.  Attention  to  Detail:  Ability  to  monitor  client  health  and  follow  care  plans  accurately. 
Education:   High  school  diploma  or  equivalent  is  typically  required;  prior  experience  as  a  PCA,  home  health  aide,  or  certified  nursing  assistant  is  preferred.
Summary: The  role  of  a  Personal  Care  Aide  is  vital  in  supporting  clients’  daily  living,  promoting  independence,  and  enhancing  quality  of  life.  It  requires  a  combination  of  practical  caregiving  skills,  physical  stamina,  and  compassionate  interpersonal  abilities  to  ensure  clients’  comfort,  safety,  and  well-being.\nCompany DescriptionWe are a non-medical home care company that provides high quality care in a loving and compassionate environment. Our CHARRM Ambassadors are guided by the CHARRM principles. We are more than co-workers, we are family and we treat our clients as if they are our family.
Company Description: We are a non-medical home care company that provides high quality care in a loving and compassionate environment. Our CHARRM Ambassadors are guided by the CHARRM principles. We are more than co-workers, we are family and we treat our clients as if they are our family.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Junior

Location

Columbia, SC

Occupation

Personal Care Aides

Industry

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities

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