Personal Care Assistant Bemidji / Red River Valley
Position Purpose:
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) performs personal care services to clients unable to live independently in the community without assistance. The Personal Care Assistant works within the guidelines of a plan of care established by the client and supervising Qualified Professional (QP).
Requirements/Qualifications:
Be at least sixteen (16) years of age
Must be willing to complete (or have already completed) the MN DHS training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform Personal Care Assistant services (CNA, HHA, or other training may be approved for substitution)
Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments
Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders
Possess good interpersonal communication skills
Possess, and maintain good physical and mental health
Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect
Be able to pass a state and FBI Background check
Preferred: Valid Driver's License and proof of vehicle liability insurance
Purpose of Personal Care Assistant:
Provide services necessary to maintain client's personal health and safety
Assist client to complete daily living skills such as dressing/undressing, oral hygiene, bathing, grooming, hair washing, and other personal hygiene needs
Perform transfers, turning, and positioning
Provide assistance with food, nutrition and diet-related activities
Assist with incidental household services
Assist with medications (normally self-administered)
Accompany client to obtain medical diagnoses or treatment
Maintain client confidentiality; treat clients and families with respect
Understand, accept and respond to the emotional needs of each client
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Some physical demands may involve:
Lifting clients, bending, stooping, and stretching
Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community
Must be able to assess clients' physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) performs personal care services to clients unable to live independently in the community without assistance. The Personal Care Assistant works within the guidelines of a plan of care established by the client and supervising Qualified Professional (QP).
Requirements/Qualifications:
Be at least sixteen (16) years of age
Must be willing to complete (or have already completed) the MN DHS training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform Personal Care Assistant services (CNA, HHA, or other training may be approved for substitution)
Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments
Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders
Possess good interpersonal communication skills
Possess, and maintain good physical and mental health
Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect
Be able to pass a state and FBI Background check
Preferred: Valid Driver's License and proof of vehicle liability insurance
Purpose of Personal Care Assistant:
Provide services necessary to maintain client's personal health and safety
Assist client to complete daily living skills such as dressing/undressing, oral hygiene, bathing, grooming, hair washing, and other personal hygiene needs
Perform transfers, turning, and positioning
Provide assistance with food, nutrition and diet-related activities
Assist with incidental household services
Assist with medications (normally self-administered)
Accompany client to obtain medical diagnoses or treatment
Maintain client confidentiality; treat clients and families with respect
Understand, accept and respond to the emotional needs of each client
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Some physical demands may involve:
Lifting clients, bending, stooping, and stretching
Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community
Must be able to assess clients' physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) performs personal care services to clients unable to live independently in the community without assistance. The Personal Care Assistant works within the guidelines of a plan of care established by the client and supervising Qualified Professional (QP).
Requirements/Qualifications:
Be at least sixteen (16) years of age
Must be willing to complete (or have already completed) the MN DHS training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform Personal Care Assistant services (CNA, HHA, or other training may be approved for substitution)
Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments
Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders
Possess good interpersonal communication skills
Possess, and maintain good physical and mental health
Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect
Be able to pass a state and FBI Background check
Preferred: Valid Driver's License and proof of vehicle liability insurance
Purpose of Personal Care Assistant:
Provide services necessary to maintain client's personal health and safety
Assist client to complete daily living skills such as dressing/undressing, oral hygiene, bathing, grooming, hair washing, and other personal hygiene needs
Perform transfers, turning, and positioning
Provide assistance with food, nutrition and diet-related activities
Assist with incidental household services
Assist with medications (normally self-administered)
Accompany client to obtain medical diagnoses or treatment
Maintain client confidentiality; treat clients and families with respect
Understand, accept and respond to the emotional needs of each client
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Some physical demands may involve:
Lifting clients, bending, stooping, and stretching
Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community
Must be able to assess clients' physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) performs personal care services to clients unable to live independently in the community without assistance. The Personal Care Assistant works within the guidelines of a plan of care established by the client and supervising Qualified Professional (QP).
Requirements/Qualifications:
Be at least sixteen (16) years of age
Must be willing to complete (or have already completed) the MN DHS training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform Personal Care Assistant services (CNA, HHA, or other training may be approved for substitution)
Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments
Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders
Possess good interpersonal communication skills
Possess, and maintain good physical and mental health
Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect
Be able to pass a state and FBI Background check
Preferred: Valid Driver's License and proof of vehicle liability insurance
Purpose of Personal Care Assistant:
Provide services necessary to maintain client's personal health and safety
Assist client to complete daily living skills such as dressing/undressing, oral hygiene, bathing, grooming, hair washing, and other personal hygiene needs
Perform transfers, turning, and positioning
Provide assistance with food, nutrition and diet-related activities
Assist with incidental household services
Assist with medications (normally self-administered)
Accompany client to obtain medical diagnoses or treatment
Maintain client confidentiality; treat clients and families with respect
Understand, accept and respond to the emotional needs of each client
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Some physical demands may involve:
Lifting clients, bending, stooping, and stretching
Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community
Must be able to assess clients' physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately
Independent Living Skills Worker Bemidji / Red River Valley
Position Purpose:
The Independent Living Skills (ILS) Worker performs services that develop, maintain and improve the community-living skills of a person. The goal is to increase personal independence through the teaching of skills, so tasks and activities may be performed with decreased dependence on caregivers in the future. The ILS worker operates within the guidelines of a plan of care established by the client and supervising Qualified Professional (QP).
Requirements/Qualifications:
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Minimum of a High School Diploma
Must have completed the MN DHS training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform Personal Care Assistant services (CNA, HHA, or other training may be approved for substitution)
Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments
Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders
Possess good interpersonal communication skills
Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect
Be able to pass a state and FBI Background check
Preferred: Valid Driver's License and proof of vehicle liability insurance
Purpose of ILS Support Staff
Support the client in their home and community settings by providing skills training in an environment where the skills will be used
Support development of decision-making skills and informed choices in all aspects of daily life including: goals and methods, daily routines, leisure activities, management of personal possessions, selection of service providers, etc.
Improve self-care techniques by creating daily schedules, routines
Encourage and promote daily interactions similar to those of people without disabilities of the same age
Enhance interpersonal communication skills
Educate about kitchen safety, meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking skills
Teach financial/banking skills, such as how to deposit money, ATM's, etc.
Encourage community living by improving mobility via public transportation systems
Identify and increase opportunities to interact with people who are not paid caregivers
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Some physical demands may involve:
Lifting clients, bending, stooping, and stretching
Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community
Must be able to assess clients' physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately
The Independent Living Skills (ILS) Worker performs services that develop, maintain and improve the community-living skills of a person. The goal is to increase personal independence through the teaching of skills, so tasks and activities may be performed with decreased dependence on caregivers in the future. The ILS worker operates within the guidelines of a plan of care established by the client and supervising Qualified Professional (QP).
Requirements/Qualifications:
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Minimum of a High School Diploma
Must have completed the MN DHS training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform Personal Care Assistant services (CNA, HHA, or other training may be approved for substitution)
Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments
Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders
Possess good interpersonal communication skills
Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect
Be able to pass a state and FBI Background check
Preferred: Valid Driver's License and proof of vehicle liability insurance
Purpose of ILS Support Staff
Support the client in their home and community settings by providing skills training in an environment where the skills will be used
Support development of decision-making skills and informed choices in all aspects of daily life including: goals and methods, daily routines, leisure activities, management of personal possessions, selection of service providers, etc.
Improve self-care techniques by creating daily schedules, routines
Encourage and promote daily interactions similar to those of people without disabilities of the same age
Enhance interpersonal communication skills
Educate about kitchen safety, meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking skills
Teach financial/banking skills, such as how to deposit money, ATMs, etc.
Encourage community living by improving mobility via public transportation systems
Identify and increase opportunities to interact with people who are not paid caregivers
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Some physical demands may involve:
Lifting clients, bending, stooping, and stretching
Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community
Must be able to assess clients' physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately
The Independent Living Skills (ILS) Worker performs services that develop, maintain and improve the community-living skills of a person. The goal is to increase personal independence through the teaching of skills, so tasks and activities may be performed with decreased dependence on caregivers in the future. The ILS worker operates within the guidelines of a plan of care established by the client and supervising Qualified Professional (QP).
Requirements/Qualifications:
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Minimum of a High School Diploma
Must have completed the MN DHS training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform Personal Care Assistant services (CNA, HHA, or other training may be approved for substitution)
Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments
Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders
Possess good interpersonal communication skills
Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect
Be able to pass a state and FBI Background check
Preferred: Valid Driver's License and proof of vehicle liability insurance
Purpose of ILS Support Staff
Support the client in their home and community settings by providing skills training in an environment where the skills will be used
Support development of decision-making skills and informed choices in all aspects of daily life including: goals and methods, daily routines, leisure activities, management of personal possessions, selection of service providers, etc.
Improve self-care techniques by creating daily schedules, routines
Encourage and promote daily interactions similar to those of people without disabilities of the same age
Enhance interpersonal communication skills
Educate about kitchen safety, meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking skills
Teach financial/banking skills, such as how to deposit money, ATM's, etc.
Encourage community living by improving mobility via public transportation systems
Identify and increase opportunities to interact with people who are not paid caregivers
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Some physical demands may involve:
Lifting clients, bending, stooping, and stretching
Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community
Must be able to assess clients' physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately
The Independent Living Skills (ILS) Worker performs services that develop, maintain and improve the community-living skills of a person. The goal is to increase personal independence through the teaching of skills, so tasks and activities may be performed with decreased dependence on caregivers in the future. The ILS worker operates within the guidelines of a plan of care established by the client and supervising Qualified Professional (QP).
Requirements/Qualifications:
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Minimum of a High School Diploma
Must have completed the MN DHS training program that provides the assistant with skills required to perform Personal Care Assistant services (CNA, HHA, or other training may be approved for substitution)
Have demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make appropriate judgments
Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders
Possess good interpersonal communication skills
Must not have jeopardized health and welfare of vulnerable adults through physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect
Be able to pass a state and FBI Background check
Preferred: Valid Driver's License and proof of vehicle liability insurance
Purpose of ILS Support Staff
Support the client in their home and community settings by providing skills training in an environment where the skills will be used
Support development of decision-making skills and informed choices in all aspects of daily life including: goals and methods, daily routines, leisure activities, management of personal possessions, selection of service providers, etc.
Improve self-care techniques by creating daily schedules, routines
Encourage and promote daily interactions similar to those of people without disabilities of the same age
Enhance interpersonal communication skills
Educate about kitchen safety, meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking skills
Teach financial/banking skills, such as how to deposit money, ATM's, etc.
Encourage community living by improving mobility via public transportation systems
Identify and increase opportunities to interact with people who are not paid caregivers
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Some physical demands may involve:
Lifting clients, bending, stooping, and stretching
Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community
Must be able to assess clients' physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately