Personal Care Assistant - PRN at Volunteers of America - National Services in Montrose, Colorado

Job Description:

Come join our awesome team as a Personal Care Assistant with The Homestead at Montrose! This is a PRN role!



The Homestead at Montrose is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.



Personal Care Assistant Job Highlights:

• $15.50 - $22.17/hour, depending on experience and QMAP
  


• $1.00 per hour shift differentials offered for the evenings and night shifts


• Generous "refer a friend" bonus, up to $5,000


• 403(b) Retirement Plan;


• Career scholarships;


• Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;

The Personal Care Assistant will provide their clients with routine daily nursing care in accordance with established agency nursing care procedures as directed by your supervisors. This position will require some on-call hours!



QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be eighteen (18) years old or older at start date of employment.

Eighth grade education or higher, prefer high school graduate.

Able to follow verbal and written requests from supervisor or residents.

Ability to use electronic devices such as cell phone, walkie talkie, I-Pad, computers.

Able to work with residents of varying levels of verbal or physical limitations.

Ability to work with residents with memory impairment and/or aggressive behaviors.

Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as evenings, nights, or weekends.

Able to make an appropriate decision in an emergency situation.

Be knowledgeable of all federal, state and facility rules, policies and procedures.

Be knowledgeable of defined infection control procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living such as cues and/or hands on / weight bearing support for activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming, bathing, mobility, and transferring.


• Accurate documentation of cares given and pertinent observation.


• Encourage residents to participate in activities, come to all meals and encourage proper food and liquids.


• Maintain order in all areas, including trash removal and outdoor areas.


• Assist with meals, including preparations and clean up.


• Resident laundry and linen changes as a contracted resident option.


• Attend and/or present an in-service meeting as required by the facility. Record documentation.


• Greet visitors and respond to inquiries.


• Orient and introduce new employees and residents.


• Understand and be able to explain all safety and universal precautions in facility.


• Answer emergency calls or telephone calls appropriately. Be able to explain procedures.


• Recognize resident's right to choose. Promote choices to promote well-being, quality of life preservation and highest level of independence.


• Encourage residents to participate in activities, including ambulating or other exercises.


• Attends educational offerings and obtains at least twenty (20) hours of continuing education a year per regulation.


• Perform other duties as requested by the Nurse Supervisor or Residence Director

At The Homestead at Montrose, our approach to care grows out of respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn't diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention and concern for emotional and spiritual wellbeing are at the core of how we help every resident feel cherished and at home. We want our staff to love their work while maintaining a work-life balance, so offering employees paid-time off benefits is a part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse, involved, and compassionate team is surrounded by the beautiful rolling scenery of Colorado, and fosters a working environment that treats everyone with respect.



Come join our team, and learn why Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 6 years running by its employees and our employees said their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job".



Take pride in helping others, and join us today!


At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. Apply Now