Lafayette Caregiver

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Lafayette Caregiver

Join our team at Altra Homecare of Kokomo, where we are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our clients in the comfort of their own homes. As a Personal Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering essential personal care services tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients.

About Us:
At Altra Homecare of Kokomo, we are committed to a collaborative approach in delivering personalized care that meets each client's unique needs. We are a community-based, personal service agency dedicated to ensuring the well-being of our patients in the comfort of their own homes. Our patient-first approach, built on strong relationships, drives our mission to meet and exceed the needs of every patient we serve.

What We're Looking For:
We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as Personal Care Assistants. As a PCA, you will be responsible for delivering essential personal care services tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient laundry when necessary

• Provide medication reminders

• Ensure patient safety

• Report significant changes in the patient's condition directly to their supervisor

• Prepare light meals and assist with patient feeding when required

• Monitor and record patient temperature

• Assist patients with ambulation

• Conduct range of motion exercises and other simple physical activities

• Maintain comprehensive documentation and adhere to care protocols

• Follow privacy policies and infection control guidelines

• Offer bathing assistance

• Perform light housekeeping

• Provide companion services, including letter-writing and reading

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Possess a valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance

• Preferred:
  Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience

• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and document care provided

• Current CPR certification

• Comply with training requirements as per State and Federal laws

We

Offer:

• Comprehensive health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Competitive weekly pay ($13 - $16/hr.)

• Overtime pay

• Holiday pay

• Flexible work schedule

• Direct Deposit

If you are a compassionate and caring individual who is dedicated to providing high-quality care to others, join our team as a Personal Care Assistant.

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