Compassionate Senior Care Assistant (PCA)

Visiting-Angels; Raeford (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PPE Provided

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels Fayetteville is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support seniors in Fayetteville and surrounding areas (Raeford, Silver City, Rockfish, Dundarrach, Sanford). The role emphasizes compassionate companionship, light housekeeping, meal prep, and mobility assistance, with opportunities for advanced training in dementia and Alzheimer's care.

The position offers the chance to grow professionally, provide meaningful care, and be part of a community-focused

Qualifications

• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver.
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid.
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Respectful and compassionate, strong ethics.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication.
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (appointments, walks).
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Help clients with routine exercises.
• Plan and prepare meals with client assistance when able.
• Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop.
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete.
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion.
• Report any unusual incidents.
• Act quickly and responsibly in emergencies.

Skills

Emergency response

First aid

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Physical endurance

Housekeeping

Cooking (dietary)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Visiting Angels Fayetteville is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support seniors in Fayetteville and surrounding areas (Raeford, Silver City, Rockfish, Dundarrach, Sanford). The role emphasizes compassionate companionship, light housekeeping, meal prep, and mobility assistance, with opportunities for advanced training in dementia and Alzheimer's care.

The position offers the chance to grow professionally, provide meaningful care, and be part of a community-focused