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Job overview
Trinity Health is hiring a Personal Care Assistant. The Personal Care Assistant provides essential personal care and health support to deaf senior participants, assisting with daily activities, safety, transportation, and recreational tasks while learning American Sign Language and reporting condition changes to staff.
Key focus areas include Conduct ongoing participant assessments and monitoring, Provide assistance with daily activities including toileting, grooming, and meals, and Aid in maintaining physical activity and exercise routines.
Important skills include American Sign Language, Communication, Organizational, Independent Work, Adaptability, and Driving.
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Full job description
Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift
Description: PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT PRN
Location: Elwyn, PA
Status: PRN
Shift: Any shift, Any day including weekends and holidays
Incentive : Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
Position Purpose:
This role impacts participants lives by providing essential personal care services and health support.
Position Details:
This program provides services to a community specifically comprised of deaf seniors. All candidates must be willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL).
What you will do:
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Conduct ongoing participant assessments and monitoring.
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Provide assistance with daily activities, including toileting, grooming, and meals.
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Aid in maintaining physical activity and exercise routines.
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Identify safety hazards and respond to emergencies.
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Assist with recreational activities, meal service, and housekeeping.
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Report any changes in participant's condition to center staff.
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Escort participants to appointments and assist with transportation.
Minimum Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or equivalent.
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Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail/elderly population or if less than one (1) year of experience, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization upon hiring.
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Must be willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL). ASL proficiency preferred.
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Preferred experience in long-term care or geriatric programs.
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Strong communication and organizational skills.
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Valid driver's license, insurance and use of personal vehicle.
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Ability to work independently and adapt to change.
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Some travel within the region may be required.
Position Highlights and Benefits:
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Access to daily pay and employee referral incentives.
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Supportive environment with a patient-centered focus.
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Opportunities for processional development.
Ministry/Facility Information
Mercy LIFE Valley View , part of Trinity Health PACE, provides high-quality care to seniors in the communities we serve. Our interdisciplinary team offers comprehensive services, allowing seniors to remain independent at home.
We are guided by core values of reverence, commitment, safety, justice, stewardship, and integrity.
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Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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