Job Description
Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team!
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for PACE are responsible for providing the highest quality of skilled and non-skilled care in the community to continue enabling them to live safely at home. The PCA will follow the established plan-of-care for each participant that may include but not limited to:
- Meal preparation
- Light housekeeping Duties
What is PACE? PACE or Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is a federal and state funded program that provides comprehensive, coordinated, and proactive whole-person care to help maintain and improve seniors' health so they can live safely in their homes. There are 180 PACE programs, serving more than 80,700 participants in 33 states.
The number of people aged 55+ is increasing in Grand Junction, CO and the demand for eldercare professionals is on the rise.
If you love being a CNA, and genuinely like helping people, apply today and take the next step to advance your career! You Bring: - Experience working with older adults preferred.
- A genuine spirit of caring and compassion
- Valid Colorado driver's license, adequate automobile insurance and access to reliable transportation if working in the community setting
- Proficient in computer programs, particularly Microsoft office products.
- Current CPR certification is maintained throughout employment.
- Ability to learn EMR charting systems.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Effectively and respectfully communicate both verbally and in writing in a multitude of situations and settings, including highly emotional interactions.
- Effectively work with and build relationships with others.
We Offer: - Competitive pay structure starting at $16.27-$18.00 per hour, depending on experience.
- Mileage reimbursement for work related driving.
- Cigna Health, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the month following start date.
- Immediately start accruing PTO and medical leave.
- Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance. (FAMLI)
- 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations.
- Up to 3% match on 403B retirement.
- Employer paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
- Additional pay for bilingual fluency.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief - one family at a time. HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
This position will be open until filled.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Work at office, Immediate start, Monday to Friday,