Personal Care Assistant
Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a fully cleared Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support an Intelligence Community (IC) client in northern Virginia. This is a rewarding and challenging opportunity with tremendous opportunity for someone with a passion for serving others and who enjoys supporting an important mission in the National Security arena. In this role you will :
- Assist clientele who require assistance performing activities of daily living, i.e., hygiene needs, feeding, transporting in a wheelchair, escorting to vehicle and other activities as required,
- Assist with minor office duties to include, but not limited to, printing, faxing, etc.
- Provide personal hygiene assistance throughout the day,
- Promote personal safety and a safe environment for assigned personnel,
- Perform other duties as required,
- Comply with established policies and procedures.
Required Security Clearance :
Active TS / SCI with Polygraph is requiredRequired Experience, Skills, and Education :
Active TS / SCI with Polygraph is requiredHigh School / High School equivalent and prior PCA experienceAbility to lift and carry up to 30 lbs., and to assist with lifting and transitioning patients to / from wheelchair, chair, car, etc.Active PCA certification, or equivalent as approved by clientExcellent verbal and communication skillsDesired Experience, Skills, and Education :
Experience working for / with IC and / or DoD clientsExperience navigating in a classified work setting5+ years of patient care experience