Assisted Living Personal Care Attendant (PCA)

Compensation Range: Starting at$12/hr depending on experience

Available Schedules:

1) FT: 6a - 2p Monday-Friday w/ rotating weekends

2) FT: 2p - 10p Monday-Friday w/ rotating weekends

3) PT: 6a - 10p Saturdays and Sundays w/ rotating weekend

4) PRN 6a - 2p

5) PRN 2p - 10p

Why work at St. James Place? Our 40 plus year reputation for excellence as the only continuing care retirement community in Baton Rouge is a great place to explore your next career! At St. James Place, we sincerely believe that our reputation for excellence is directly tied to the diverse, talented, and devoted team of people who come to work every day. It is that belief that compels us to maintain a workplace culture where people really want to come to work and give their very best. Whether a new team member, or one of our many long timers, a common theme here is that this is a great place to work! It may be all the smiling faces, our expectations for accountability and respect, our great benefits, our beautiful campus, the rewarding work, or the fun we have together. The ultimate reward is having the opportunity to contribute your talent and passion to our mission of providing Joyful Service, which is one of our core values.  Joyful Service does not just apply to our Residents, but how we interact with one another every day.

Why Work for St. James Place: Clean and safe environment, Great management team that appreciates you, Competitive pay, Great Benefits, Discounted Gym Membership to the onsite fitness center, and On-campus Café with good food at a reasonable price. 

What Employees Say About Working at St. James Place: 

“St. James Place is a wonderful, clean environment to work at. Employees and residents are very friendly. It is a very beautiful place for the elderly to call home. They provide activities for all residents, no matter what level of care they receive. St. James Place also honors, rewards, and appreciate their employees.” - Assisted Living Team Member

Job Duties

Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) assist seniors who are functionally, physically, and/or socially impaired in the Assisted Living area.  The PCA’s role is to assist residents with those activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without help, fostering at all times residents’ independence and freedom of choice.  PCAs work with a group of residents on their assigned hall for their shift.  

Qualities: Good human relation skills; ability to maintain confidentiality; good communication skills; demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of seniors; ability to relate well with seniors and their family members; ability to understand written and verbal instructions and relay information to others; ability to manage time and complete assigned tasks according to schedule; ability to exercise good judgement; ability to maintain positive relationships with co-workers; ability to maintain customer service standards; reliable work ethic; good attendance and punctuality; maintains a neat appearance and represents St. James Place in a professional manner.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• High school diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills
• Previous experience in a healthcare or home care setting
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment)
• Experience in providing assistance with ADL's
• Medication Assistance
• Knowledge of Health Maintenance and Monitoring Tasks

Physical Requirements:  This position requires extensive standing, walking, and the ability to lift and transfer residents with assistance.

Benefits