Personal Care Assistant

Horizon PACE is excited to announce an amazing opportunity to be part of Horizon PACE’s program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). This innovative program is for individuals 55 years or older, who are living with chronic illness, or disabilities and need coordinated medical care to continue living as independently as possible in their home and community. The healthcare team at Horizon PACE will approach coordinating medical, social, and home care services so individuals no longer need to manage their medical care alone. Horizon has over 25 years’ experience providing care in Kentucky and is the largest provider of adult day health care services in the state. Horizon is opening 3 PACE locations in Kentucky, and we are excited to expand services to older Kentuckians. Horizon has an excellent benefit package including competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life coverages, as well as generous paid time off, holidays, 401K, and many more.

Under the supervision of the Home Care Coordinator, the Personal Care Assistant is responsible for providing and assisting participants of Horizon PACE with activities of daily living, restorative and supportive care. Assists with activities within the home to maintain the home environment. Assists in monitoring and reporting the health status and providing a safe environment for the participant. Functions as a member of Interdisciplinary Team.

Position Responsibilities:

· Consults each day with the Home Care Coordinator (or designee) to be updated on Horizon PACE participant’s status, changes in plan of care and to confirm scheduled visits.

· Under the direction and supervision of the Home Care Registered Nurse assists participants with the following duties:

• Personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care and bathing
• Assists participants with ambulation
• Assisting with prescribed exercise which participants and aide have been taught by appropriate personnel
• Assists participants with meals
• Assist participants to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans, or urinals
• Assisting participants with medications which are ordinarily self-administered
• Other duties taught by a health profession for a specific participant
• Reports changes in participant’s condition and needs to the Home Care Coordinator (or designee)
• Light housekeeping
• Meal Preparation
• Transport or escort for essential errands and medical appointment as needed

· Completes appropriate documentation of services provided following Horizon PACE
program policy

· Follows all Horizon PACE program policies and procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines

· Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families

· Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practices Universal Precautions

· Acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice

· Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications

· Participates in and support Quality Improvement Initiatives

· Follows all Horizon PACE program policies and procedures and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines

· Performs other duties as required or requested

Knowledge & Abilities:

• Supports the Mission, Values, and Vision of Horizon PACE and adheres to the Corporate Compliance Code of Conduct.
• Is knowledgeable of participant rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all participants in a safe, secure environment
• Supports, cooperates with and implements specific procedures and programs
• Supports and participates in common teamwork
• Assist supervisor with various tasks to support department operations as directed; may also be assigned special projects
• Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to essential functions of the job, but which may be altered or re-designed depending on individual circumstances
• Assists participants and caregivers in filing grievances

Experience & Education:

• Preferred to have high school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A).
• A minimum of one year of experience in working with the frail or elderly population preferred.

Horizon PACE complies with CMS Mandate that states all employees be vaccinated to prevent COVID-19. If you cannot vaccinate due to medical and/or religious reasons, please advise.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road