Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

West Towne Assisted Living
  • Port Allen, LA
    Today

    Job Description

    We are looking for a compassionate and reliable individual to provide personalized support to clients in their homes or care settings. This role focuses on helping people maintain independence, safety, and comfort while delivering respectful, attentive care.

    Responsibilities

    • Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting as needed
    • Provide mobility support, transfers, positioning, and safe ambulation assistance
    • Support meal preparation, feeding assistance, and hydration reminders
    • Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, and maintaining a clean, organized environment
    • Offer companionship, emotional support, and engagement in social activities
    • Monitor and report changes in client condition, behavior, or needs to the appropriate supervisor
    • Help clients follow daily routines, appointments, and care plans
    • Maintain accurate documentation and follow established care procedures
    • Promote dignity, privacy, and respect in all interactions
    • Follow safety protocols and infection control guidelines at all times

    Qualifications

    • Previous experience in personal care, home care, or a similar support role is preferred
    • Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
    • Dependable, punctual, and able to follow directions and care plans
    • Ability to perform physical tasks associated with client support
    • Basic understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries
    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
    • Any required state or local certifications, training, or background checks must be completed as applicable

    What We Offer

    • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others
    • Supportive work environment focused on quality care and respect
    • Training and development opportunities, where available
    • Flexible scheduling options, depending on client needs and business requirements

    Additional Information

    This position requires a caring, professional approach and a commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality support. Candidates should be comfortable working independently while also collaborating with supervisors, family members, or care teams as needed.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPort Allen, LA

    Skills

    • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Customer/Consumer Behaviorunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Home Careunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Infection Controlunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Laundryunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Personal Careunmatched
    • Procedure Developmentunmatched
    • Quality of Careunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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