Participant Care Assistant - Float

Position: Participant Care Assistant - Float

Location: Kalamazoo County

Job :1254

# of Openings:1

The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) offers a variety of services, with many of them provided onsite at a PACE Center.

PACE is an alternative to nursing home care and – through an interdisciplinary care team (IDT) of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, therapists, van drivers, and aides – coordinates and provides preventive, primary, acute, and long-term care services, so older individuals can continue living in the community.

Why You'll Love it Here:

• Purpose
• Professional Development
• Paid Holidays
• PTO and Sick Time
• Internal opportunities for growth
• Team Support
• Competitive Pay
• Life insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Employee Assistance
• And MORE!

Participant Care Assistant – Float Senior Care Partners, PACE

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same? Join Senior Care Partners PACE as a Participant Care Assistant (PCA) – Float and become a vital part of a compassionate, interdisciplinary team dedicated to helping older adults live safely and independently in their homes and communities.

As a Float PCA, you’ll bring flexibility, skill, and heart to wherever you’re needed most—supporting participants in their homes, community settings, and Adult Day Centers throughout the county. Your work will directly enhance each participant’s comfort, dignity, independence, and overall quality of life.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, travel, teamwork, and building meaningful connections with seniors and their families.

You’ll provide essential, hands‑on care and support tailored to each participant’s individualized plan of care, including:

Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transfers, and mobility

Support Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs): meal prep, light housekeeping, laundry, shopping, medication reminders

Provide routine skin care and catheter care assistance as directed

Monitor oxygen equipment to ensure safety and proper function

Observe and report changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions

Assist with vitals, weights, blood glucose checks, and specimen collection as ordered

Monitor for signs of choking or eating difficulties

Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with care plans

Encourage participant independence while preserving dignity and autonomy

Participate in recreational and social activities, including one‑on‑one engagement

Collaborate closely with families, interdisciplinary team members, transportation, and dietary departments

Attend IDT meetings as requested

Assist with meal service and clean‑up

Help maintain clean, organized personal care areas

Support outings, extended hours programs, and on‑call coverage as assigned

Travel between centers and participant homes throughout the county

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

At least 1 year of experience working with frail, elderly, or long‑term care populations

Requirements

Current AHA CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

Knowledge of nursing assistant practices and long‑term care regulations

Strong communication skills and ability to work harmoniously in a team

Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Basic computer skills

Ability to make sound independent decisions when needed

You are someone who leads with:

Compassion – You genuinely care about the well‑being of others

Integrity – You do the right thing, even when no one is watching

Teamwork – You collaborate and communicate effectively

Excellence – You are committed to providing high‑quality, participant‑centered care

You’re patient, adaptable, cheerful, and able to remain calm under pressure. You understand the importance of flexibility in a float role and are comfortable in both home and center‑based settings.

This role offers a highly visible and interactive presence within day centers and the community.…