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PCA II

Location : South LA
Job Type : Temp/Contract
Reference Code : PACE SLA
Required Years of Experience : 1 - 2 Years
Required Education : High school Diploma or GED
Job Industry : Healthcare - Health Services

Job Description :

Location: South Los Angeles, CA


 


Schedule: Full Time / Hours between 8am & 5pm.


 


Pay:  $23 - $26 - Depending on Experience


 


Job Type: Temporary Assignment


 


 


 


Job Summary:Under the direct supervision of the PACE Supervisor. The PCA II will perform and assist with personal care ADLs/IADL’s for participants in the PACE across all platforms of delivery of care like center and/or in the home or virtual. The PCA II must be able to perform the job duties of a PCA I if assigned. In addition, the PCA II supports the PCA III in the gathering and reporting information related to the care coordination, participant’s ability to engage, maintain/ improve their ability, foster independence, maintain function or improve socialization, or satisfaction. The PCA II communicates and collaborates with IDT members or other PACE staff in the goals of the plan of care, focusing on needs (like participant supplies or tools), and health status, physical and mental well-being.


 


Required Skills and Abilities:



1. Ability to read, write and speak in a clear and professional manner. 


2. Ability to complete basic/intermediate math computations. 


3. Excellent customer service skills and ability to resolve customer service issues and/or escalate to supervisor as needed. 


4. Proficient in beginning/intermediate computer skills. 


5. High degree of organization and strong attention to detail.


6. Ability to work well with elderly population. 


7. Requires lots of patience and a kind/caring attitude. 


8. Ability to work as an effective member of the team. 


9. Knowledge of HIPAA Guidelines including the Protected Health Information (PHI) privacy requirements. 


10. Knowledge of the sterile technique with treatment tasks.


Required Qualifications :
Specifications / Experience:


1. Certified Nursing Aide education and training. Nurse Assistant Certificate by the State of California, Department of Health and Human Services – Aid and Technician Certification. 

2. Current Valid BLS Certification 

3. High school diploma required or some college education/credits, preferred. 

4. California Food Handler Certificate of Achievement upon employment preferred, must attain w/in 30 days of employment. 

5. Prior experience working with physically or mentally impaired older persons strongly preferred. 

6. Bilingual: English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese depending on location, preferred. 

7. Experience working with the elderly patient population.
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