Personal Care Aide

at Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, Inc. in Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States

Job Description

Why Join Us? 

At AAAWA, we are committed to providing high-quality care that promotes independence, dignity and well-being. As a member of our team, you'll play an integral role in enhancing the lives of seniors and individuals with special needs, supporting them to live safely and comfortably at home. We value our employees and offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can grow professionally. 

Join us in making a difference and be a part of an organization that truly cares about both its clients and its employees. 

Job Title: Personal Care Aide

Location: Fort Smith, AR

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Administrative Coordinator

Employment: Part time and/or Full time

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Aide to provide assistance in daily living and personal care in patients homes or facilities in accordance to an established care plan. This role plays a key part in supporting clients remaining as independent as possible, while ensuring a safe, clean, comfortable environment. 

Key Responsibilities

• Follow Care Plans: Adhere to the patient's assigned plan of care, reporting any changes or unusual conditions to the staff nurse promptly.
• Personal Care Assistance: Help patients with personal care tasks, including grooming, bathing, dressing, and maintaining hygiene.
• Household Support: Assist with light housekeeping duties such as laundry, shopping for groceries and household items, preparing and serving meals/snacks, and supporting patients with eating as needed.
• Mobility Assistance: Aid patients in transferring, moving in and out of bed or chairs, walking, and other mobility tasks to ensure their safety and comfort.
• Emergency Support: Know when and how to seek emergency assistance if required to ensure the patient's safety and well-being.
• Comfort and Safety: Provide attentive care during your shifts, ensuring patient comfort and security when caregivers are absent.
• Professional Development: Attend in-service meetings and training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills.
• Professional Conduct: Maintain a positive, professional attitude and project a caring image, wearing the company-issued ID badge at all times.
• Technology Use: Utilize applications like Paylocity, Authenticare, MatrixCare, HHAExchange, and Carebridge as required for recordkeeping and communication.
• Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisors or management to meet the needs of the patient and team.

Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.