Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent with basic reading,

writing and math skills; ability to use a computer for word processing with a

minimum of 25 WPM. Proof of high school diploma or GED is required.

Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) designation preferred but not

required

Minimum Experience: Ability to work with adults who have been diagnosed with an

Intellectual/Developmental disability who have exceptional needs.

Experience in Person-Centered Organization Skills preferred

Valid Drivers' License and Automobile Insurance Required

Personal transportation to use during shift for transportation of

individuals supported

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to complete and pass the following training courses and apply

skills:

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)

AAA Defensive Driving

CPR/First Aid

Proxy Caregiver

Personal Care Assistant

ASSIGNED DUTIES

DESCRIPTION OF WORK DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision, the PCA will work as part of a team to ensure duties

are performed in a way that empowers the individual supported and promotes a

person's independence at the highest level possible. The PCA will be responsible

to carrying out person-centered services based on the individuals preferences

and choices identified in ISP; focus on creating a meaningful life that meets

the physical, social and developmental needs of each person; protect each

person's health, dignity, safety, comfort, well-being, civil, human and legal

rights. Minimum training standards will be performed by all staff and additional

training will be based on the needs of individuals supported.

Maintain and submit ACCURATE records which may include but not limited to:

Financial Reports for cash management and personal spending, Behavior Supports,

Personal Care/Companion Tasks and Medication Assistance based on agency training

and policies.

Complete and submit ACCURATE person-centered documentation through

CareLogic. Documentation will reflect a person's choice, observations,

descriptions and quotes.

Provide person-centered community living support services at a minimum

frequency as described in the ISP; to include but not limited to assistance with

advocacy, adult daily living skills, bathing, dressing, education, personal

hygiene and home care skills such as bed making, laundry, shopping, paying bills

and medical appointments.

Escort and empower the individual to engage in Community Living to promote

true Community Integration and Inclusion in the larger natural community.

Practices should include the use of community resources that are available to

other citizens with disabilities.