| Title: | Personal Care Worker (PCW) – South Milwaukee, Cudahy & Oak Creek |
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| ID: | 1015 |
| Location: | South Milwaukee, Cudahy, Oak Creek |
| Department: | Client Services |
| Salary Range: | N/A |
Professional Home Care Services, Inc. (PHCS) is a licensed, mid-sized home health agency with over 30 years of experience serving the greater Milwaukee area. We are currently seeking an experienced and dependable part-time Personal Care Worker (PCW) to join our family-oriented team and provide excellent care to clients located primarily in South Milwaukee, Cudahy, and Oak Creek.
As a Federally and State Licensed agency, PHCS provides a higher level of skilled service. We are seeking a professional PCW who is looking for a rewarding career, not just a "sitter" position. This role is ideal for a caregiver whose skills include transfers, catheter care, bowel programs, and more.
Primary Responsibilities
Under the supervision of an RN Case Manager, you will provide hands-on care and assistance with daily living activities based on a written Care Plan.
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Provide hands-on personal care, including bathing, personal hygiene, grooming, toileting, and dressing.
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Assist clients with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises, using proper body mechanics and equipment (e.g., Hoyer lift).
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Perform specialized skilled tasks as trained, such as catheter care (changing drainage bags, applying leg bags), and application of non-sterile dressings.
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Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks according to the client's therapeutic diet.
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Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy home environment.
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Report all observations and any changes in a client's condition immediately to the RN Case Manager.
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Accurately document all care and observations from your visit using our Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system.
Job Requirements
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Minimum 1 year of experience as a Personal Care Worker (PCW) is required.
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Previous experience in a home health care setting.
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A valid driver’s license and a reliable, insured vehicle to travel between client homes (primarily serving South Milwaukee, Cudahy, and Oak Creek).
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Must have a positive attitude, be a team player, and be able to accept and take direction.
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Must be reliable, on-time, and able to keep a consistent schedule.
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Able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience caring for clients with dementia, ALS, MS, or quadriplegia.
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Solid PCW skills including transfers, catheter care, bowel program, range of motion, etc.
Why Join Professional Home Care Services?
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Be Part of a Team: We foster a rewarding, family-like atmosphere for our employees.
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Stable & Respected: Join an established agency with over 30 years of history serving our community.
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Do Meaningful Work: This is a position where your advanced caregiving skills are valued and necessary.
Job Type: Part-time
If you are a compassionate, experienced Personal Care Worker living in or near South Milwaukee, Cudahy, or Oak Creek and are looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
