Compassionate Direct Care Aide for Seniors - PACE

Cherry Blossom PACE; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Insurance benefits

Birthday PTO

401K match

Life insurance

Generous PTO

Career development

Employee Recognition

Job summary

Cherry Blossom PACE seeks a Direct Care Aide to deliver compassionate personal care and assist with activities of daily living for enrolled participants. Care is provided under licensed nursing supervision and aligned with the individualized plan of care, following Virginia health regulations.

Required: VA Nurse Aide certification or valid PCA/HHA training, CPR, reliable transportation, high school diploma, and ideally 1+ year experience with older adults.

Qualifications

• Must hold Virginia Nurse Aide Certification and active VA Nurse Aide Registry status.
• Completed a VA Board of Nursing approved Personal Care Aide/Home Health Aide training program.
• Current CPR certification (American Heart Association or equivalent).
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of experience with older adults or with functional impairments (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Follow individualized plan of care under supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with Virginia health and home care regulations.

Education

Nurse Aide Certification (VA)

PCA/HHA training program

CPR Certification (AHA)

Valid Driver's License

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience with older adults

Job description

Cherry Blossom PACE seeks a Direct Care Aide to deliver compassionate personal care and assist with activities of daily living for enrolled participants. Care is provided under licensed nursing supervision and aligned with the individualized plan of care, following Virginia health regulations.

Required: VA Nurse Aide certification or valid PCA/HHA training, CPR, reliable transportation, high school diploma, and ideally 1+ year experience with older adults.