What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Attendant - Long Term Care / Choices for Care position at UVM Health Network - Home, Health and Hospice?
We offer a variety of per diem workable schedules, competitive pay, and advanced technology which includes an agency supplied iPhone. Every day, we make a difference in the lives of clients, and as a member of our nursing team, so will you!
Weekday Shifts (8am - 5pm) - Flexible shifts based upon your availability, only per diem positions available at this time with no more than 20hrs a week.
Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
The PCAprovides care through assisting clients and their families in their home with non-medical directed personal care and home management tasks which include support of the client with dressing, bathing, grooming, housekeeping, meal planning and preparation, transportation, toileting and mobility.
As PCA at the UVM Health Network Home Health & Hospice, you willhelp people live their fullest lives by providing innovative, high-value, compassionate care. We strive to provide care that is nonjudgmental and honors diversity, recognizes the unique preferences and values of each individual and recognizes the abilities and strengths of each individual. Our staff does their utmost to build trusting relationships based on listening, empathy and understanding, and personify the qualities of excellence and professionalism in all areas of UVM Home Health & Hospice work.
Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent required plus the University of Vermont Health Network Home Health & Hospice PCA Training program (either 1 day for experienced recruits or full PCA training for recruits with no previous experience)
* Personal Care Attendants must successfully complete PCA coursework and pass the required exam. We will support and guide the candidate through this process.
* Maintain satisfactory standing with the Adult Abuse Registry, Child Abuse & Neglect Registry, Vermont Criminal Information Center and OIG
* Hold a valid driver's license and have a reliable, registered vehicle with insurance as required by the organization, and appropriate to position.
Pay Ranges from $16.40 - $20.94/hr.
The University of Vermont Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $16 - $21
